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A 16-month-old child is receiving regular Gaviscon infant for symptoms of reflux. The parents ask you about any adverse effects of therapy of which they need to be aware.

Which of the following is associated with Gaviscon infant therapy?

(Please select 1 option)

Hypernatraemia This is the correct answer

Hypercalcaemia Incorrect answer selected

Hypokalaemia

Hyponatraemia

Hyperkalaemia

Explanation

Gaviscon infant contains 0.92 mmol of sodium per dose, which is associated with an increased risk of hypernatraemia if the medicine is dosed to the maximum, particularly in infants with renal impairment.

If hypernatraemia occurs, it is usually managed with oral fluid rehydration.

The other electrolyte abnormalities listed are not seen with Gaviscon infant therapy.

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16%

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21%

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10%

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4%

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