Simethicone Information

Simethicone is a prescription medicine. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Flatulence. Simethicone also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Simethicone depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Simethicone as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Simethicone are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Simethicone is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Simethicone's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Simethicone are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Simethicone with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Simethicone is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Simethicone Benefits & Uses
Simethicone Dosage & How to Take
Simethicone Side Effects
Simethicone Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Simethicone with Other Drugs
Simethicone Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Simethicone
Simethicone Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Simethicone Benefits & Uses

Simethicone is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Flatulence

Other Benefits

Gas pains
Peptic Ulcer (Read More - Gentle and Natural: Best Home Remedies for Stomach Ulcers)
Diverticulitis
Stomach Gas
Hiatal Hernia
GERD
Colic
Gas during pregnancy

Simethicone Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Gas pains Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 125 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Gas pains Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 125 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Gas pains Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Stomach Gas Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Simethicone Related Warnings

Is the use of Simethicone safe for pregnant women?

Simethicone is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Simethicone safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Simethicone.

Safe
What is the effect of Simethicone on the Kidneys?

Simethicone is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Simethicone on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Simethicone on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Simethicone on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Simethicone for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Simethicone with Other Drugs

Simethicone should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Levothyroxine

Simethicone Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Simethicone unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Phenylketonuria (PKU)

Frequently asked Questions about Simethicone

Is this Simethicone habit forming or addictive?

Simethicone is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Simethicone does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Simethicone is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Simethicone is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Simethicone Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Simethicone

You can take Simethicone with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Simethicone

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Simethicone.

Unknown