Rohan Deshmukh Rohan Deshmukh Asked 4 months ago

What is andrews liver salts?

My grandmother always used to keep a box of 'Andrews Liver Salts' at home for indigestion. I'm curious about it now. What exactly are Andrews Liver Salts, and what are they used for?

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Preeti Shah Preeti Shah Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago
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Andrews Liver Salts... haan, I remember that from my childhood! It's an antacid and laxative, used for indigestion, heartburn, and constipation. It's basically a mixture of salts that react with water to produce fizz, helping to settle your stomach or get things moving. It was a common home remedy, but check with a doc if your issues are persistent.

Girish Patil Girish Patil Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

Oh, Andrews Liver Salts? My dad used to take it sometimes for upset stomach. It's like an old-school remedy for acidity or feeling heavy after food. It's pretty cheap compared to many new medicines. Good for quick relief, but if you're always having stomach issues, better get it properly checked to avoid costly complications later.

Sonia Verma Sonia Verma Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

Andrews Liver Salts is mainly for digestive issues like acidity or constipation. It's an old brand. While it might give temporary relief, for any persistent digestive problem, especially if you have other conditions like thyroid, it's best to consult your doctor. Don't rely on it for long-term solutions; regular check-ups are key.

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Rahul Dixit Rahul Dixit Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

I actually used Andrews Liver Salts recently when I had really bad indigestion after a heavy meal. It's basically an antacid that fizzes up and helps calm your stomach. It worked for me for that immediate relief, but it's not a cure for chronic issues, just a quick fix for minor discomfort.

Kamla Devi Kamla Devi Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Haaan, Andrews Liver Salts, I know this one. It's a very old remedy for when your stomach feels heavy or you have gas. You mix it in water and drink. It gives relief, but only for small problems. If you have big pain or it keeps happening, then you must go to the doctor, beta.

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