৳ 30.20/unit
Pack: ৳ 30.20
৳ 30.20/unit
Pack: ৳ 30.20
At a glance
Simethicone is an antiflatulent used to relieve gas, bloating, fullness, and windy colic. It works by changing the surface tension of gas bubbles, allowing easier passage and elimination of gas.
Indications
- Flatulence
- Abdominal distention
- Fullness
- Windy colic
- Infantile colic
- Peptic ulcer
- Large bowel preparation
- Antifoaming agent in detergent poisoning
Pharmacology
Simethicone changes the surface tension of gas bubbles in the GI tract. It causes the collapse of foam bubbles, allowing smaller gas bubbles to coalesce into larger ones that can be eliminated more easily by belching or passing flatus. It is physiologically inert with no adverse effects reported after oral ingestion.
Dosage
Adult Dose (Oral):
- 40-125 mg (0.6-1.9 ml drops) 4 times daily; max 500 mg/day
- OR 1-3 chewable tablets 4 times daily; max 500 mg/day (12 tablets)
Pediatric Dose (Oral):
- >12 years: 40-80 mg (0.6-1.2 ml) 4 times daily; max 500 mg/day
- 2-12 years: 40 mg (0.6 ml) 4 times daily
- <2 years: 20 mg (0.3 ml) 4 times daily; max 240 mg/day
Side effects
Side Effects:
- Physiologically inert; no adverse effects reported after oral ingestion
- Loose stools (rare)
Use in pregnancy
Use in Pregnancy: No evidence of harmful effects; may be used if needed; consult your doctor.
Pregnancy Category: A — always consult a doctor before taking during pregnancy.
Precautions & warnings
- Do not exceed 12 doses per day except under medical supervision
- Keep out of reach of children
Overdose effects
No overdose information available; consult your doctor if overused.
Storage conditions
Store in a cool and dry place, protected from light; keep out of reach of children.