Silicolgel

Silicolgel is a medically proven, internal oral treatment designed specifically to soothe and protect your digestive system. If your gastrointestinal tract has been disturbed by dietary triggers, toxins, or pathogens, it can cause severe flare-ups of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), painful heartburn, stomach cramps, flatulence, and sudden bouts of diarrhoea.^[1][2]

By taking this easy-to-use liquid, you can physically line your stomach to calm these symptoms, allowing your digestive tract the time it needs to heal and function normally again alongside standard reflux management.^[3]

The primary advantage of this treatment comes down to the science of its active compound. It contains highly reactive colloidal silicic acid (a compound of the mineral substance silicon and oxygen). Because this gel has a massive surface area, it acts like a sponge or a magnet inside your body.

When you swallow it, the gel coats the entire lining of your stomach and intestines. As it passes through your system, it actively binds to toxic substances, irritants, pathogens, and excess stomach acid. Once these irritants are trapped within the gel, they are safely and naturally passed out of your body via your stool.

For internal use, it is critical that you shake the bottle well before every single use to ensure the formula is properly mixed. You can choose to take the liquid completely undiluted straight from the spoon, or you can dilute it into a glass of water if you prefer a milder texture.

Dosage & Timing Rules

The 1-Hour Medication Rule: Because this gel is so highly effective at binding to substances in your stomach, it cannot tell the difference between a bad toxin and a helpful medication. Therefore, you must take it at least 1 hour before or after the intake of any other medicines. Failure to leave this gap means the gel may bind to your prescription drugs, stopping your body from absorbing them properly.

To ensure this product remains safe and effective for treating your gastrointestinal discomfort, please strictly adhere to the following storage and safety cautions:

• Always keep out of the reach and sight of children.
• You must shake the bottle vigorously before every use.
• Do not freeze the product. Store it safely at room temperature.
• Always read the enclosed package insert carefully before use.
• Use only until the explicitly printed 'Use By Date' on the packaging.
• Once the bottle is opened, you must use the contents within 3 months. Safely discard any remaining gel after this time period.
• If you are suffering from acute diarrhoea, taking this gel does not replace lost water; it is medically necessary that you actively replace lost fluids to prevent dehydration.

Active Ingredient: 3.5 g Silicon Dioxide in 100 ml Silicic Acid gel.

Preservatives: Sorbic Acid (E 200), Sodium Benzoate (E 211).

Living with regular stomach discomfort, indigestion, or reflux can be incredibly frustrating. To help you manage your gastrointestinal health, we have put together some expert guides on identifying triggers and finding the right treatments for your symptoms:

• How to treat acid reflux

  Discover the most effective treatments and lifestyle changes to help you manage painful stomach acid and quickly soothe an irritated oesophagus.

• How can I treat heartburn?

  Explore our practical guide on the best ways to rapidly relieve that uncomfortable burning sensation in your chest after eating a heavy meal.

• How do you avoid acid reflux?

  Learn about the common dietary triggers and everyday habits you can easily tweak to stop acid reflux flare-ups before they even start.

• What is silent acid reflux?

  Find out how to identify the hidden symptoms of silent reflux, such as a chronic cough or hoarse voice, especially when you do not experience typical heartburn.

To ensure the health information on this page is perfectly safe and medically accurate, we have verified our content using the following trusted experts:

1. Patient.info: Acid Reflux and Oesophagitis Guide
2. NHS: Heartburn and Acid Reflux Overview
3. NICE BNF: Treatment Summaries for Gastro-oesophageal Reflux Disease

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Medical Disclaimer: The information on this page is not a substitute for medical advice. Always read the product packaging and patient information leaflet carefully before use, and speak to a doctor or pharmacist if your digestive symptoms persist or worsen.

Page Last Updated: 11th May 2026