Simethicone: Uses, indications and cautions when using

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Gas, bloating, indigestion are health problems that are increasingly common not only in Vietnam but also in many parts of the world. Let's find out together what Simethicone does in the treatment of the above health problems and the notes when using Simethicone to make Simethicone safe and effective.

1. What is Simethicone?

The main ingredient of Simethicone is simethicone, which works to reduce the surface tension of the bubbles in the lining of the gastrointestinal tract, help deflate the air bubbles, help expel gas in the digestive tract, and reduce abdominal bloating. .
Therefore, Simethicone is a drug used in indications: Gas accumulation in the gastrointestinal tract, feeling of pressure and fullness in the epigastric region, temporary abdominal distension due to carelessness in diet or lack of exercise. exercise, abdominal distension after surgery.
2. How to use Simethicone correctly? The correct use will help increase the absorption of active ingredients simethicone to promote the best therapeutic effect for the user. Therefore, patients should pay attention to the following notes when using Simethicone:
Simethicone is used orally, usually after meals or before going to bed. If using Simethicone extended-release tablets or capsules, you should swallow the tablet whole, and do not crush, chew, or split the tablet unless the tablet already has a dividing line and your doctor or Pharmacist instructions on dividing the dose when using. This is because doing so can release all the active ingredients in Simethicone at once, increasing the risk of side effects. The dose of Simethicone is adjusted by the doctor's instructions, changing based on the patient's health status, age, weight, gender, disease level and response to treatment. It is not advisable to increase the dose on your own or take Simethicone more often or for longer than directed. The maximum daily dose is 500mg.

3. What are the side effects of Simethicone?

Simethicone has very few side effects.
Allergic reactions classified as serious to Simethicone are very rare with symptoms including: Itching and/or swelling of the tongue, throat, face, dizziness, rash, feeling short of breath. Notify your doctor immediately if you experience an allergic reaction to receive the safest and most effective treatment plan.

4. What drug interactions can occur when taking Simethicone?

Interactions between Simethicone and other drugs when used at the same time or at a close time can affect the effectiveness of treatment, or increase the risk of unwanted side effects of each drug. Therefore, before using Simethicone, tell your doctor about all other medicines and products you are using.
Products that interact with Simethicone that increase your risk of experiencing side effects include: Antacids or digestive medicine, thyroid medicine (levothyroxine)

5. What are the other precautions when using Simethicone?

Overuse of Simethicone can lead to an overdose and severe symptoms, even fainting or difficulty breathing.
If you have missed a dose of Simethicone, take it as soon as you remember if it is not time for your next dose. Conversely, if it is time for your next dose of Simethicone, skip the missed dose and take your next dose as usual.
To prevent the drug Simethicone from being degraded leading to quality deterioration and possibly losing the required therapeutic and safety effects, you need to store the drug in the conditions as directed.
To ensure safety and avoid side effects of Simethicone, patients should carefully read the instructions before using or follow the instructions of the doctor or pharmacist. In case the use of Simethicone drug is not effective, the patient should go to medical facilities for examination and treatment.

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Reference source: webmd.com