Heartburnduringpregnancy

Heartburn during pregnancy?

Causes & Symptoms

What causes heartburn during pregnancy? Well, there are usually two main reasons you’re suffering:

  • Hormones released in pregnancy relax the muscles that normally keep stomach acid down.
  • As your bump grows, it puts increasing pressure on your oesophagus, making it more likely for heartburn to occur.

Heartburn during pregnancy may cause these symptoms:

  • A bloated feeling
  • Burning/pain in the chest area
  • Burping
  • Bringing up food
  • Feeling sick, or vomiting

FAQs

Products in the Gaviscon range are suitable for use during pregnancy and whilst breastfeeding. Gaviscon provides fast relief and lasts up to 4 hours*

*Effects on individuals may vary.

*Please consult a healthcare professional before use.

Symptoms of heartburn can differ from a dull ache that lasts for 5 minutes after eating, to a burning pain that arises. If you are experiencing uncomfortable pains irregularly or more intensely than usual, always consult a doctor.

Treatment

Heartburn during pregnancy, there are safe and effective treatments for it.

Gaviscon Advance has the lowest sodium content of any product in the Gaviscon range, making it suited for pregnant women. Please consult a healthcare professional before use.

You can also look to make lifestyle changes. Consider:

  • Eating small meals rather than three big portions a day
  • Watching your posture (a straight, upright back is good, especially when eating)

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    1. Only applicable for Gaviscon Original (Sachet) and Gaviscon Double Action (Bottle & Sachet)
    2. Only applicable for Gaviscon Original (Bottle & Sachet), Gaviscon Double Action (Bottle & Sachet) and Gaviscon Advance