About Gaviscon InfantThe Gaviscon family of medications is used in the treatment of acid reflux. The Gaviscon Infant comes in a sachet form and works in the same way. Gaviscon Infant contains 2 main ingredients to treat reflux:
sodium alginate
magnesium alginate
By creating a protective layer on top of the stomach contents, acid is prevented from being brought back up to the oesophagus which can result in the painful 'heartburn' sensation often associated with indigestion and reflux.
Infant RefluxInfant reflux is quite common in babies and is a self-limiting condition, which means that it usually resolves on its own. The condition is commonly seen before an infant is 8 weeks and it is usually resolved when the child is 1 year old.
The symptoms of infant reflux are the following:
The child is sick or milk is brought up shortly after/during feeding
During feeding the child has a cough or hiccups
During a feed, the child is restless
After the child has been fed/burped, they are gulping/swallowing
The child is crying and is unsettled
The child is unable to put on weight as they are unable to keep their milk down
If the child has symptoms of reflux but is not being sick or their milk is not being brought back up then this is termed silent reflux.
Practical Tips
Seek advice/support from your health visitor
Whilst you are feeding the child, hold them upright (they should be continuously held this way after they have fed for as long as possible)
If your child drinks formula milk, feed them smaller feeds more regularlyEnsure your child is sleeping flat on their back (not on their sides or stomach) and ensure their head is not raised
Visit the following nhs website links about breastfeeding advice and bottle feeding advice
EffectivenessGaviscon Infant is a widely used and effective acid reflux medication for infants however every patient can respond differently to medication. If you find Gaviscon Infant is not effective for your child, you should get advice from your gp.
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