SIMETHICONE (Oral) (Capsule
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SIMETHICONE (Oral) (Capsule Drug and Prescription Information
SIMETHICONE (Oral) (Capsule
SIMETHICONE (Oral) (Capsule Medication Classification
SIMETHICONE (By mouth)
SIMETHICONE (Oral) (Capsule Brandname
Mylicon Infants', Phazyme Ultra Strength, Anti-Gas Ultra Strength, QC Anti-Gas, Gas-X Extra Strength, Alka-Seltzer Anti-Gas, Mylanta Gas Maximum Strength, Gas Aid Maximum Strength, Maalox Anti-Gas Extra Strength, Gas-X, Mytab Gas, Maalox Anti-Gas, Genasym
SIMETHICONE (Oral) (Capsule is used for the Treatment
Simethicone (sye-METH-i-cone) Treats pain and pressure of excess gas in the stomach and intestines.
When To Not Use SIMETHICONE (Oral) (Capsule
You should not use simethicone if you have ever had an allergic reaction to it.
How Should You Use SIMETHICONE (Oral) (Capsule
Capsule, Tablet, Chewable Tablet, Liquid
- Your doctor will tell you how much to take and how often. Always follow dosing instructions on the label when taking this medicine without your doctor's advice.
- This medicine works best if you take it after meals and at bedtime.
- Chew the chewable tablet before swallowing.
- Shake the oral liquid well just before each use. Measure the medicine with a marked measuring spoon or medicine cup. If a dose is missed:
- Take the missed dose as soon as possible.
- If it is almost time for your next regular dose, wait until then to take the medicine and skip the missed dose.
- You should not use two doses at the same time.
Proper SIMETHICONE (Oral) (Capsule Storage
Store SIMETHICONE (Oral) (Capsule at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture unless otherwise stated by manufacturer's instructions or labelling. Keep SIMETHICONE (Oral) (Capsule and all medications out of the reach of children.
What To Avoid While Using SIMETHICONE (Oral) (Capsule
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
- Avoid drinking soda or soft drinks, or eating foods that may cause an increase in stomach gas.
SIMETHICONE (Oral) (Capsule Warnings
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before taking this medicine.
- You should not use more of this medicine in a 24-hour period than your doctor orders, or more than the dose listed on the medicine label directions.
- Talk to your doctor if you have problems with gas often. There may be a serious but treatable cause.
- No severe side effects have been reported with the use of simethicone.
SIMETHICONE (Oral) (Capsule Side Effects
If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
- Mild diarrhea
- Heartburn
