Like all medications, magnesium carbonate can have side effects, although not everyone will experience them.

These side effects include rare allergic reactions, showing side effects including rashes, itching, difficulty breathing, swelling of the face and throat, etc.

If you experience any side effects while taking magnesium carbonate, stop use and speak to your doctor or pharmacist, or seek immediate medical assistance if necessary.

For adults and children over the age of 12, you’ll usually be advised to suck one or two magnesium carbonate tablets every day.

However, this can differ from medicine to medicine, as they may include different ingredients or be at different strengths.

If you’re ever unsure whether a medication is right for you, or you’re unsure how much to take, speak to your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking the medicine.

If you’re pregnant or breastfeeding, then most indigestion remedies which contain magnesium carbonate will be safe for you to take, as long as you follow the manufacturer’s instructions carefully.

However, you should always consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking any medication while you’re pregnant, to be sure it’s the best and safest remedy for you.

Heartburn is that uncomfortable feeling in your chest, that feels a bit like there’s something burning in there.

So, it’s a burning feeling behind your heart… Whoever named this condition was really to the point, huh?

Heartburn isn’t usually serious and lots of people suffer with it at some point in their life, so don’t worry if you suddenly feel the burn, chances are it will pass pretty quickly and you can get on with your day.

Heartburn is very common and chances are you’ll probably experience it at some point, even if there’s no obvious cause.

However, there are some things that can make you experience heartburn more often, including:

• Pregnancy
• Being overweight
• Eating certain foods or drinks, e.g. alcohol, chocolate, fatty foods, spicy foods, coffee
• Smoking
• Stress or anxiety
• Taking some medications

If you suffer from regular or severe heartburn and aren’t sure of the cause, speak to your doctor for advice.