one of the questions i have for this patient is how long have they been taking gaviscon. gaviscon is an antacid and to be honest it should only be used for about two weeks. if you are using it longer than that then it's time to probably see your doctor or healthcare provider to have it looked at. common side effects of antacids of long-term use are constipation and diarrhea. they also bind to certain medications and vitamins so you want to make sure that you are spacing them. if you have any questions at all come to talk to the pharmacist. tell us what medications you are taking we will be able to tell you if it's going to interact or not. but once again if you are taking it for more than two weeks we really need you to go to your doctor and have it looked at.
i have been taking gaviscon. what are some of the side effects?