This medication is used for treating gas causing conditions such as belching and bloating.
simethicone
This medicine is used to relief symptoms of belching (act of expelling air from the stomach through the mouth), bloating and feelings of pressure or discomfort in the stomach or gut. It also helps break up gas bubbles in the gut
Contradications
This medication is contraindicated in patients with simethicone allergy and children under 6 months of age. Consult your healthcare provider for further information
Side effects
Patients administered with this medication may experience dry mouth, thirst, and dizziness (feeling of being sleepy). Rarely, a very serious allergic reaction to it may occur which is characterized by rash (change in color and texture of skin), itching and swelling especially of face; tongue; throat, severe dizziness (feeling of being sleepy), and trouble breathing.
Expert Advice
- Administer this medication to your infant before each meal and at bedtime.
- If your child's condition lasts or gets worse, or if you think your child may have a serious medical problem, get medical help right away.
- Do not use more than 12 doses of simethicone per day.
- Shake the container well before each use.
FAQs
What are the uses of Simethicone?
How to store Simethicone?
Please store this medicine at room temperature (18-25 Celsius). Keep medicine away from excessive light, moisture, and children. Please do not flush medicines down the toilet. Please read the leaflet provided with the medicine for further storage guidance.
Is this medicine available as an over-the-counter product?
Yes, it is available.
Will I have issues swallowing/ eating foods during use of this medicine or experience intestinal pain of any sort?
There are no significant swallowing issues associated with use of this medicine.
Is simethicone good for acid reflux?
This medication is used to treat the symptoms of too much stomach acid such as stomach upset, heartburn (burning pain in lower chest), and acid indigestion.
How quickly does simethicone work?
This medication usually starts to work within 30 minutes.
When should you not take simethicone?
You should not use this medication if you are allergic to simethicone.
Is simethicone safe to take daily?
The usual dose of simethicone for adults and teenagers is 45-90mg four times a day after meals and at bedtime.
