Espumisan L is formulated as yellow, round soft capsules. Let's explore what Espumisan L is used for, the appropriate dosage, and precautions to ensure safety through the following article.
1. What Is Espumisan L Used For?
Espumisan, a gastrointestinal medication, contains 40mg of the active ingredient Simethicone and is formulated as yellow, round soft capsules.
With Simethicone, Espumisan is used to treat gastrointestinal conditions related to bloating, abdominal distension, belching, and stomach rumbling due to digestive disorders causing gas accumulation. The key functions of Simethicone include:
- Anti-foaming: It reduces the surface tension of gas bubbles in the gastrointestinal tract, causing them to break or coalesce, and facilitates gas expulsion, thereby alleviating bloating.
- Chemically: Simethicone in Espumisan is non-toxic and inert, making it well-tolerated for reducing bloating and abdominal distension.
- Shortens gas transit time: Simethicone shortens the time gas moves vertically through the digestive tract, reducing symptoms caused by excessive gas accumulation (which may be due to swallowing air while eating or gut bacteria not digesting food).
With these functions, Espumisan is also used as an aid in ultrasound or X-ray imaging of the abdomen.
2. When to Take Espumisan and What Is the Dosage?
Espumisan 40mg is administered orally, either during meals, after meals, or before bedtime. The recommended dosage of Espumisan is as follows:
- For gastrointestinal treatment: Children aged 6 years and older and adults take 2 capsules per dose, 3-4 times a day.
- For abdominal imaging diagnosis: Take 2 capsules per dose, 3 times a day before the test day, and only once 2 capsules in the morning of the test day.
Note: Espumisan can be used after surgery and is also formulated for infants and children. The timing of taking the medication depends on when bloating and gas occur. The medication can be used for an extended period.
3. What Are the Side Effects of Espumisan L?
To date, Espumisan 40mg is known to have no side effects. Allergic reactions, though rare, may occur due to the coloring agents Yellow Orange S (E110) and Methylparaben (E218), which can cause delayed hypersensitivity.
However, patients should be aware that if any unusual symptoms or unwanted side effects occur, they should contact their doctor immediately.
4. Precautions When Using Espumisan
Espumisan is safe to use, so the informatioote is very limited:
- If the patient feels discomfort in the gastrointestinal tract or new symptoms appear, they should consult a doctor for advice, diagnosis, and appropriate treatment.
- Individuals allergic to Simethicone, Yellow Orange S (E110), or Methylparaben (E218) should refrain from using this medication.
With Simethicone as the main ingredient, Espumisan helps treat symptoms of bloating and abdominal distension due to gas accumulation in the gastrointestinal tract. Additionally, the medication is used to aid in ultrasound and X-ray imaging of the abdomen. To ensure safety and effectiveness, patients should consult their doctor before use.
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