Gavisol Kids 

Presentation: Gavisol Kids, available in Bangladesh, is presented as a powder for suspension in single-dose sachets. Each sachet typically contains Sodium Alginate 225 mg and Sodium Bicarbonate 87.5 mg. It is a product of Ibn Sina Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Indications: Gavisol Kids is indicated for the symptomatic relief of:

• Gastric reflux
• Heartburn
• Flatulence associated with gastric reflux
• Heartburn of pregnancy
• Epigastric and retrosternal distress where the underlying cause is gastric reflux in children aged 1-2 years.

Dosage and Administration: Gavisol Kids is specifically indicated for children aged 1-2 years. Use in children below 1 year or above 2 years should be under the advice of a registered physician. The dosage is based on the child's body weight:

• Less than 4.5 kg body weight:1 sachet, maximum 6 times daily.  
• More than 4.5 kg body weight:2 sachets, maximum 6 times daily.  

For bottle-fed infants: Mix each sachet into 115 ml (4 fl oz) of feed in the bottle, shake well, and feed as normal.

For breastfed and other infants up to 2 years: Mix each sachet with 5 ml (1 teaspoon) of cooled boiled water until a smooth paste is formed. Add another 10 ml (2 teaspoons) of cooled boiled water and mix. For breastfed2 infants, give Gavisol Kids partway through each feed or meal using a spoon or feeding bottle. For all other infants, give Gavisol Kids at the end of each meal using a spoon or feeding bottle.

The treatment should not be administered more than six times in any 24-hour period.

Side Effects:Very rarely, patients sensitive to the ingredients may develop allergic manifestations such as urticaria or bronchospasm.  

Precautions: Gavisol Kids is contraindicated in patients with known or suspected hypersensitivity to the active substances or any of the excipients. Care needs to be taken in treating patients with hypercalcaemia, nephrocalcinosis, and recurrent calcium-containing renal calculi.It contains a significant amount of sodium, which should be considered in patients on a sodium-restricted diet. If symptoms do not improve after seven days, the clinical situation should be reviewed.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation: While this specific formulation is for children, clinical studies in pregnant women with similar Gavisol products indicate no malformative or feto/neonatal toxicity of the active substances. Similar products can be used during pregnancy if clinically needed and during breastfeeding as no effects on breastfed newborns/infants have been shown.

Storage: Do not store above 30°C. Keep away from light and out of the reach of children.

Important Note: This information is for general knowledge and informational purposes only, and does not substitute professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for specific instructions and guidance regarding your child's medication. They can assess their individual medical condition and provide the most appropriate advice.