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Anti-Gas
Simethicone Tabs/caps - Oral


Simethicone helps break up gas bubbles in the digestive tract. Anti-Gas is used to relieve symptoms of excess gas. It has also been used in the management of infant colic.

ALTERNATE NAMES

Phazyme, Gas-X, Gas Relief, V-R Anti-Gas

 
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anti-Gas
Phazyme, Gas-X, Gas Relief, V-R Anti-Gas

Uses
Simethicone helps break up gas bubbles in the digestive tract. Anti-Gas is used to relieve symptoms of excess gas. It has also been used in the management of infant colic.


Storage
  • Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light.
  • Do not store in the bathroom.


Overdose
  • If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

How To Use
  • Take Anti-Gas by mouth as prescribed usually after meals and at bedtime.

Side Effects
  • Anti-Gas is generally well tolerated when used as directed.
  • There are no reports of any side effects due to Anti-Gas.
  • However, if you experience any adverse effects while taking Anti-Gas, notify your doctor.

Precautions
  • Tell your doctor if you have: other illnesses, allergies (especially drug allergies).
  • Tell your doctor if you are pregnant before using Anti-Gas.
  • It is not known if simethicone passes into breast milk.
  • Though there have been no reports (to date) of harm to nursing infants, consult your doctor before using Anti-Gas.

Missed Dose
  • If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
  • Do not double-up the dose to catch up.

Drug Interactions
  • Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take including any antacids or digestive medication since some combination products may also contain simethicone.
  • Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

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