Possible risk factors known to increase likelihood of developing acid reflux include obesity, smoking, consumption of fatty food, alcohol, coffee or chocolate, pregnancy, having a hiatus hernia and stress. Indigestion is a general term used to describe discomfort or pain in the upper abdomen or chest, usually after meals. An alternative term is dyspepsia. When a burning discomfort is felt behind the breast bone, it is known as heartburn. Antacids should preferably not be taken at the same time of day as any other medicines. In general, any interactions can be avoided if you don't take Setlers antacid tablets in the two hours before and after taking any other medicine. Medicines and their possible side effects can affect individual people in different ways. The following are some of the side effects that are known to be associated with Setlers antacid. Just because a side effect is stated here doesn't mean that all people using this medicine will experience that or any side effect.

If used regularly for long periods of time there may be an increase in the level of calcium in the blood (hypercalcaemia). Your stomach produces a strong acid that helps digest food and protects you against infection. A layer of mucus lines the stomach, oesophagus and intestines to act as a barrier against this acid. If the mucus layer is damaged, the acid can irritate the tissues underneath and this is known as a peptic ulcer. Unwanted Food or Drink Products - Once supply conditions are broken, there are a number of factors outside of our control that can affect the quality of a product. Therefore perishable goods such as food and drink cannot be returned.have an illness that means you need to control how much salt (sodium) is in your diet, such as high blood pressure or cirrhosis – some antacids contain high levels of sodium, which could make you unwell Adults and adolescents aged 12 years and over should take one or two tablets as needed to relieve symptoms, up to a maximum of 8 tablets in 24 hours. Setlers Antacid Chewable Tablets Spearmint Flavourmayaffect some other medicines you may be taking,and they should not be taken at the same time as orwithin 3 hours of taking other medicines.

Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice beforeusingSetlers Antacid Chewable Tablets Spearmint Flavourif you are pregnant, might bepregnant or are breastfeeding. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before takingSetlers Antacid Chewable Tablets Peppermint Flavourifyou have: Antacids can affect how well other medicines work, so do not take other medicines within 2 to 4 hours of taking an antacid. They come as a liquid or chewable tablets and can be bought from pharmacies and shops without a prescription. When antacids are used Dimeticone and/or peppermint oil-containing products act as deflatulents. They have an anti-foaming action and release trapped gas to assist belching. Alginate products ( Gaviscon) act by forming a raft that floats on the stomach contents and forms a physical barrier between the acidic contents of the stomach and the oesophagus lining. They are particularly appropriate when symptoms are caused by reflux of the stomach content into the oesophagus.

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Some antacids also contain other medicines, such as an alginate (which coats your gullet with a protective layer) and simeticone (which reduces flatulence). How and when to take antacids If any side effects becomes severe, or if you notice any side effect not listed here, please tell your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. It's best to take antacids with food or soon after eating because this is when you're most likely to get indigestion or heartburn.

For children aged 6 to 12, take one tablet when required, up to a maximum of 4 tablets in 24 hours. If you have an intolerance to some sugars, unless your doctor tells you to (this medicine contains sorbitol and sucrose) Antacids do not usually have many side effects if they're only taken occasionally and at the recommended dose.Antacids of this type are known to decrease the absorption of concomitantly administered drugs due to absorption or delaying of gastric emptying or alkalinisation of gastric juice. However the activity of cardiac glycosides such as digoxin may be increased due to the presence of calcium. Antacids are medicines that counteract (neutralise) the acid in your stomach to relieve indigestion and heartburn. Thiazide diuretics may reduce urinary calcium excretion and cause hypercalcaemia. Vitamin D increases the gastrointestinal absorption of calcium and can cause hypercalcaemia. Plasma-calcium concentrations should be monitored in patients receiving calcium together with thiazide diuretics or Vitamin D.