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Why is gaviscon advance (provides "raft" barrier to reflux) now unavailable in the u.s. (tho still listed on website)? effectiveness? safety?
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Safety: Obviously the fda found that the claims made by the company selling the brand did not meet the stringent expectations required for safety and efficacy in the us. Find an alternative.
Answered 6/20/2018
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