Medicine Overview
Adult Dose
| Clinical Information | Administration Information |
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Age: Adults |
Dose: Drops – 40 to 125 mg (0.6 to 1.9 ml drops) Frequency: four times daily Note: Maximum dose 500 mg/day (7.5 ml drops) |
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Age: Adults |
Dose: Chewable tablets – 1-3 chewable tablets Frequency: four times daily Note: Maximum dose 500 mg/day (12 chewable tablets) |
Child Dose
| Clinical Information | Administration Information |
|---|---|
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Age: older than 12 years |
Dose: Drops – 40 to 80 mg (0.6 to 1.2 ml) Frequency: 4 times daily Note: up to 500 mg/day (7.5 ml drops) |
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Age: 2 to 12 years |
Dose: Drops – 40 mg (0.6 ml) Frequency: 4 times daily |
Administration
- Take after meals and at bedtime
- Chew tablets thoroughly
Side Effect
- Simethicone is physiologically inert and no adverse effect has been reported after oral ingestion
- Loose stools
Drug Interaction
Drug Interaction
| Drug Name | Risk Factors |
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No interactions listed
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Disease Interaction
Disease Interaction
| Disease Name | Risk Factors |
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No specific contraindications listed
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Monitor for general drug reactions
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Pregnancy
Pregnancy
Lactation
Special Use
Precaution
Overdose
Pharmacology
Storage
Should be stored in cool and dry place, protected from light. Keep the medicine out of the reach of children.
Data Sources
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