Indigestion causes, symptoms and remedies
What is indigestion?
Indigestion, also known as dyspepsia, is a common condition most of us experience at some point1, and it tends to be related to eating.2
It can sometimes be accompanied by heartburn, which is felt as a burning pain behind the breastbone.2
It’s often caused by stomach acid which can irritate the stomach lining or the throat, which is known as acid reflux.1
While it can be uncomfortable and sometimes painful, for most people it’s a mild, occasional condition and the symptoms can be self-treated with antacid remedies.2
Indigestion symptoms
Heartburn
Feeling full or bloated
Burping or flatulence
Bringing up food or bitter tasting fluid into your mouth
Feeling Sick
What causes indigestion?
There are a number of reasons why we get indigestion but stomach acid irritating the lining or refluxing into the oesophagus (the food pipe) and up into the throat is usually the main cause.1
Fatty and spicy foods, tomatoes, chocolate and drinks such as alcohol and coffee can cause or make this worse.1 It can also be a result of lifestyle factors such as being overweight, stress and anxiety, smoking and pregnancy*.1 Sometimes indigestion and heartburn can be signs of another medical condition so if symptoms persist or worsen speak to your GP.
*If you are pregnant talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using this medicine. Always read the accompanying patient information leaflet.
How do Bisodol Indigestion Relief Tablets work?
Bisodol Indigestion Relief Tablets are antacids which work quickly to relieve the symptoms of indigestion. Their unique triple action formula treats the pain and discomfort of acid indigestion, heartburn and trapped wind.
Our original peppermint-flavoured tablets come in a packet of 60, split into three handy pocket packs of 20 tablets.
Containing three widely used antacid ingredients: Calcium Carbonate, Light Magnesium Carbonate, and Sodium Bicarbonate, Bisodol Indigestion Relief Tablets quickly neutralise excess stomach acid.
Bisodol Indigestion Relief Tablets Original Peppermint Flavour Chewable Indigestion Relief Tablets
60 tablets £3. Available online, from pharmacies and supermarkets.
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