Patient Leaflet Updated 29-Jun-2022 | Bayer plc
Rennie Peppermint
Rennie® PEPPERMINT
Calcium Carbonate, Magnesium Carbonate
Always take this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.
1. What Rennie Peppermint is and what it is used for
2. What you need to know before you take Rennie Peppermint
3. How to take Rennie Peppermint
4. Possible side effects
5. How to store Rennie Peppermint
6. Contents of the pack and other information
Rennie Peppermint fast-acting tablets get to work within minutes to provide effective relief from heartburn, indigestion and acid reflux.
Each tablet contains two antacids - calcium carbonate and magnesium carbonate - that work quickly and powerfully to neutralise excess acid in the stomach.
Do not exceed the stated dose.
Rennie Peppermint should not be used for more than 14 days without consulting a doctor.
Please consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have mild or moderate kidney problems as regular blood tests should be carried out.
Avoid taking Rennie Peppermint with large amounts of milk or dairy products.
Rennie Peppermint can be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding if taken as instructed. As Rennie Peppermint provides a substantial amount of calcium in addition to dietary calcium intake, pregnant women should strictly limit their use of Rennie Peppermint to the maximum recommended daily dose and avoid concomitant, excessive intake of milk (1 litre contains up to 1.2 g elemental calcium) and dairy products.
This product contains sucrose (250mg) and glucose (250mg). If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking this medicinal product. May be harmful to teeth. This medicine contains less than 1 mmol sodium (23 mg) per tablet, that is to say it is essentially ‘sodium-free’.
Adults and children over 12 years only: 2 tablets to be sucked or chewed, as required, preferably 1 hour after meals and before bedtime. For heartburn an extra 2 tablets may be taken between these times. Do not take more than 10 tablets a day.
Children under 12 years: Not recommended.
If symptoms persist after 14 days consult your pharmacist or doctor. Prolonged use should be avoided.
Drink plenty of water and consult your doctor or pharmacist. Symptoms of an overdose include nausea and vomiting, tiredness, constipation and muscular weakness.
If you have any questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
Side effects are unlikely at the recommended dose.
If you experience the following side effects stop treatment immediately and seek medical advice.
Rarely allergic reactions to ingredients have been reported, e.g. rashes, itching, difficulty in breathing and swelling of the face, mouth or throat and anaphylactic shock (anaphylactic shock is a severe sudden allergic reaction, symptoms of which are low blood pressure, shock, palpitations, difficulty in breathing, bronchospasm, skin reactions, abdominal pain or cramps, vomiting and diarrhoea).
Long term use of high doses can cause high blood levels of calcium and magnesium, especially in people with kidney conditions. Symptoms of this may include nausea, vomiting, upset stomach, constipation, diarrhoea, tiredness, muscular weakness, headache, kidney problems and impaired sense of taste.
In exceptional cases, long term use of high doses can lead to milk alkali syndrome, which can cause high blood levels of calcium.
If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard or search for MHRA Yellow Card in the Google Play or Apple App Store.
By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.
Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children. Store below 25°C and keep in the original pack. Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton and blister. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.
Do not throw away any medicines via waste water or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to throw away medicines you no longer use. These measures will help protect the environment.
The active substances are: calcium carbonate 680mg and heavy magnesium carbonate 80mg.
The other ingredients are sucrose, glucose, peppermint flavour (mint essential oil, maltodextrin, silicon dioxide, arabic gum), talc, povidone, saccharin sodium, magnesium stearate.
Rennie Peppermint are cream white square tablets, engraved "RENNIE" on both faces.
Rennie Peppermint are available in packs of 12, 24, 36, 48, 72, 96, 120 tablets. Not all pack sizes may be marketed.
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This leaflet was last revised in: January 2021.
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