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ORIGINAL ANDREWS SALTS is a brand name for Citric Acid. The medicine, its uses, side effects and dosage are the same regardless of brand.
Used for: The product is recommended as a laxative and as an antacid for the relief of upset stomach, indigestion and biliousness.
Verbatim from this product's MHRA label. Tap a section to expand.
Posology:
Original Andrews Salts is intended to be used by adults (including the elderly) and children aged 12 years and over.
Paediatric population:
Not suitable for children under 12 years of age.
Method of administration:
For oral administration. As an antacid, measure one level spoonful (5 ml spoonful) and take in a glass of water repeated as necessary, up to a maximum of four times a day. As a laxative, measure two level spoonfuls (two 5 ml spoonfuls) and take in a glass of water before breakfast or at bedtime.
Children over 3 years:
Half the adult dose. Not suitable for children under 3 years of age. Maximum duration of use is 14 days, unless advised by a physician.
Diarrhoea may occur with extensive usage. Frequent or prolonged use in patients with severe renal dysfunction may lead to hypermagnesaemia and hypocalcaemia. Minor gastrointestinal irritations, including belching, flatulence, and abdominal distention.
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Sodium content: 5 ml dosage contains 319 mg sodium. Because of the sodium content, frequent use by patients on a low sodium diet should be avoided. This includes patients with hypertension and cardiac or renal dysfunction. Because of the sucrose content, diabetics should use with caution.
If a laxative is required every day, if there is persistent abdominal pain, or if symptoms persist consult your doctor. Do not exceed the recommended dose as excess of prolonged use may lead to alkalosis. Treatment should be discontinued if there is no improvement in condition and medical advice should be sought.
Persistent heartburn may be an early indicator of a more serious underlying condition. Keep out of the sight and reach of children.
Patients with impaired hepatic and renal function. This product is contraindicated in patients with a prior hypersensitivity reaction to magnesium sulphate, sodium hydrogen carbonate, citric acid or any other ingredient of the preparation.
g. those suffering from hypertension or congestive heart failure, should not use this product unless directed by a doctor.
Not medical advice. Always read the patient information leaflet and follow your prescriber or pharmacist.
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