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Pharmacy Guide
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Boots Heartburn Relief Peppermint Flavour (150ml)
⚠ This medicine appears to have been discontinued
The electronic medicines compendium (emc) no longer publishes a Summary of Product Characteristics for this product, which usually means it is no longer marketed in the UK. The patient leaflet below is kept for reference, but the product may not be available.
If you were prescribed this medicine, other products containing Sodium alginate, Sodium bicarbonate, Calcium carbonate may still be available. Do not stop your treatment — ask your pharmacist or GP what to use instead.
How to take it
this medicine Reporting of side effects: If you get any side effects, talk to your I To be taken by mouth, after meals and at bedtime. doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not I I Shake bottle well before use. listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Adults and children over 12 years: Take 10-20 ml (two to four 5 ml Yellow Card Scheme at www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard or search for II MHRA Yellow Card in the Google Play or Apple App Store. By spoonfuls) after meals and at bedtime, up to four times a doy. I hildren under 12 years: Should be given only on medical advice. reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the I I safety of this medicine. After taking this medicine: I if symptoms persist after7 days consult your doctor.
Possible side effects
- nflammatory and autoimmune disorders), neuroleptics (for mental Very rarely (less than1 in 10,000 patients treated) an allergic reaction II illness), thyroid hormones, chloroquine (for malaria), estramustine (for ; to the ingredients may occur. Symptoms of this may include skin rash, I rostate cancer), bisphosphonates (for osteoporosis), ACE inhibitors ditficulty in breathing, dizziness or swelling of the face, lips, tongue or I I for igh blood pressure), analgesics (for pain relief), antiepileptics, | throat. If you experience these or any side effects stop taking the I 'antipsychotics and lithium (for mental health problems). product and consult your doctor or pharmacist. I
How to store it
this medicine I I Keep all medicines out of the sight and reach of children. }f you take too much of this product you may feel bloated and Do not use after the expiry date shown on the pack (EXP month/year). II experience some abdominal discomfort. It is unlikely to cause any Do not store above 25 C. Do not refrigerate. harm, but please consult your doctor or pharmacist. If you forget a I I dose it is not necessary to double the dose next time, just carry on UNITED KINGDOM ONLY |PL 04917/0027 oe . I aking as before. | BOTTLE Recycle | cap oN 202 _ ne Reon 23LL05992PW- ,
Frequently asked questions about Boots Heartburn Relief Peppermint Flavour (150ml)
What is the active substance in Boots Heartburn Relief Peppermint Flavour (150ml)?
The active substance in Boots Heartburn Relief Peppermint Flavour (150ml) is sodium alginate, sodium bicarbonate, calcium carbonate.
Are there equivalent medicines to Boots Heartburn Relief Peppermint Flavour (150ml)?
Medicines with the same active substance, strength and form include: Boots Heartburn Relief Aniseed Flavour (150ml). They are interchangeable only if your prescriber or pharmacist says so.
Where does this information come from?
This leaflet reproduces the patient information leaflet approved for Boots Heartburn Relief Peppermint Flavour (150ml), as published on the electronic medicines compendium (emc). The version printed inside your medicine’s packaging is the one that applies to you.
Can I get Boots Heartburn Relief Peppermint Flavour (150ml) without a prescription?
Whether a medicine is available over the counter or on prescription only depends on its licence. Check the leaflet, or ask your pharmacist — they can tell you straight away.
About this leaflet
The text above reproduces the patient information leaflet approved for this medicine, restructured for easier reading.
- Source: electronic medicines compendium (emc), Datapharm
- Active substance: sodium alginate, sodium bicarbonate, calcium carbonate
- Official document: view the original leaflet on emc →
💬 Ask about this leaflet
Ask anything about Boots Heartburn Relief Peppermint Flavour (150ml). The assistant answers only from this leaflet — if the leaflet does not cover it, it will say so. It does not give medical advice.
Answers come from the patient leaflet published on the electronic medicines compendium (emc). They are not medical advice. Ask a pharmacist or your GP if you are unsure. For urgent help call NHS 111, or 999 in an emergency.