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Why can certain food and drinks cause
indigestion?
Eating food that's difficult to break down will prompt your body to produce more stomach acid, which can cause indigestion. Drinking alcohol and fizzy drinks can also lead to a build-up of stomach acid.
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Why can stress cause indigestion?
When you feel up tight or under stress, your body goes into 'fight or flight' mode, releasing adrenaline and diverting blood away from the stomach. As a result the muscles in the wall of your stomach contract less frequently and the digestive process becomes less effective. When your body realises that digestion is not happening properly it produces more stomach acid which can build up and cause the pain or discomfort of indigestion.
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What is dyspepsia?
Dyspepsia is the medical term for indigestion.
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Why am I more likely to suffer
from indigestion if I smoke?
Smokers are more likely to suffer from indigestion because nicotine can irritate the digestive system.
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Could taking Rennie® antacid
tablets have any harmful effects on my body?
If you stick to the recommended dose (for adults, no more than 16 tablets in 24 hours), the calcium carbonate and magnesium carbonate in Rennie® antacid tablets should have no harmful effects. If you're in any doubt, check with your doctor first.
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Is Rennie® suitable to take during pregnancy?
All Rennie® products can be used during pregnancy if taken as instructed and if prolonged intake of high dosages is avoided.
A panel of independent medical experts advised that calcium/magnesium-based
antacids, such as Rennie® Peppermint, Spearmint, Rennie® Sugar Free and Rennie®
Fruit, should be the recommended treatment for women who suffer from
heartburn during pregnancy because of their good safety profile. However it
is important to consult your doctor or pharmacist before using any remedies
during pregnancy.
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Do I need a prescription for
any Rennie® remedies?
No. You can buy all Rennie® remedies over the counter at any pharmacist, supermarket or local store.
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