Simethicone Oral capsule, liquid filled

Brand Names: Mylaval, Phazyme-95, Gas-X Thin Strips Cinnamon, Gas-X Infant Drops, Gas-X Maximum Strength, Colicon, Infants' Gas Relief, Phazyme, Mi-Acid Gas Relief, Colic Drops, See more brands »

Brand Names: Mylaval, Phazyme-95, Gas-X Thin Strips Cinnamon, Gas-X Infant Drops, Gas-X Maximum Strength, Colicon, Infants' Gas Relief, Phazyme, Mi-Acid Gas Relief, Colic Drops, Flatulex Drops, Maalox, Phazyme Maximum Strength, Phazyme Ultra, Maximum Strength Phazyme 125 Softgels, Gas-X Tongue Twisters Thin Strips Children's, Mytab Gas, Gas Relief, Equalize Gas Relief Drops, Gas Relief Ultra Strength Softgels, Anti-Gas, Alka-Seltzer Anti-Gas, Genasyme, Gas-X Extra Strength, Infantaire Gas Relief, Gas Free Extra Strength, Phazyme-125, Maalox Anti-Gas Extra Strength, Micon-80, Mylicon, Gas-X, Simethicone, USP, Gas-X Thin Strips Peppermint, Mylanta Gas Maximum Strength, Majorcon, Gas Aide, Little Tummys, Maalox Anti-Gas, Gas-X Liquid Extra Strength, Mylanta GasSee fewer brands »

What is this medicine?

SIMETHICONE (sye METH i kone) is used to decrease the discomfort caused by gas.

This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.

What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

• an unusual or allergic reaction to simethicone, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
• pregnant or trying to get pregnant
• breast-feeding

How should I use this medicine?

Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on the label or those given to you by your doctor or health care professional. Do not take your medicine more often than directed.

Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed. While this medicine may be used in children as young as 12 years for selected conditions, precautions do apply.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.

What if I miss a dose?

This does not apply. You will only use this medicine as needed for gas pain. Do not use double or extra doses.

What may interact with this medicine?

Interactions are not expected.

This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.

What should I watch for while using this medicine?

Tell your doctor or health care professional if your symptoms get worse, or if you have severe pain, diarrhea, constipation, or blood in your stool. These could be signs of a more serious condition.

What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?

There are no reported side effects of this medicine.

This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Where should I keep my medicine?

Keep out of the reach of children.

Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Keep container tightly closed. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.

NOTE:This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.

Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.