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Activated Dimethicone/Simethicone

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Activated Dimethicone/Simethicone Uses

Activated Dimethicone/Simethicone is used in the treatment of abdominal pain.

How Activated Dimethicone/Simethicone works

Activated Dimethicone/Simethicone is an antifoaming medicine. It disintegrates gas bubbles and allows easy passage of gas.

Common side effects of Activated Dimethicone/Simethicone

Diarrhea, Stomach upset
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Dr. Arpit Bhatnagar
BDS
Reviewed By
Dr. Shilpa Garcha
MD (Pharmacology), MBBS
Last updated
06 Mar 2020 | 07:08 AM (UTC)

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Expert advice for Activated Dimethicone/Simethicone

  • It is better to take with food or at bedtime.

Frequently asked questions for Activated Dimethicone/Simethicone

Activated Dimethicone/Simethicone

Q. Is Activated Dimethicone/Simethicone antacid?

No. Activated Dimethicone/Simethicone is not an antacid. But it is used in preparations which are used as antacid

Q. Does it contain aspirin?

It does not contain aspirin

Q. Is Activated Dimethicone/Simethicone available over the counter?

Yes. Activated Dimethicone/Simethicone is sold over the counter without a prescription

Q. Is Activated Dimethicone/Simethicone gluten free?

Yes. Activated Dimethicone/Simethicone is gluten free. However, please refer to package insert of the prescribed brand before use

Q. Is Activated Dimethicone/Simethicone safe?

Yes. Activated Dimethicone/Simethicone is relatively safe

Q. Is it safe for babies?

Safe for infants and babies, if used as recommended. In case of any side-effects, consult your doctor

Q. Is it safe to take Activated Dimethicone/Simethicone daily?

It is advisable to take Activated Dimethicone/Simethicone only as per the instructions of the doctor

Q. Is Activated Dimethicone/Simethicone good for gas?

Yes. Activated Dimethicone/Simethicone is effective in the treatment of gas

Q. Does it have any side effects?

It does not have any known serious side-effects

Q. Can I take simethicone with ibuprofen, famotidine, lansoprazole, omeprazole, antibiotics, ranitidine, ciprofloxacin, Pepto-bismol, or Depakote?

Yes. Simethicone can be taken with ibuprofen, famotidine, lansoprazole, omeprazole, antibiotics, ranitidine, ciprofloxacin, Pepto-bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) or Depakote (divalproate sodium), if prescribed by your doctor

Q. Does Activated Dimethicone/Simethicone cause nausea or constipation?

Activated Dimethicone/Simethicone is not known to cause nausea or constipation. If you experience any such symptoms, please consult your doctor

Q. Is Activated Dimethicone/Simethicone effective against acid reflux?

Activated Dimethicone/Simethicone is effective in controlling acid reflux if combined with an antacid.

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