Espumisan

Drug name: Espumisan
Other names used: Mylanta Gas, Gas Relief, Gas-X, Major-Con, Phazyme, Flatulex, Mylicon, Maalox Anti-Gas
Active Ingredients: simethicone

Therapeutic actions: The drug acts on the surface of bubbles by reducing the surface tension and thereby disrupting or breaking the bubble.

Indications: Simethicone is used to relieve painful pressure that is caused by excess gas in the stomach and intestines. This gas may occur in many circumstances, including air swallowing, indigestion, ulcers, irritable bowel syndrome, diverticulosis, and after surgery.

Contraindications and cautions: Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you

• have liver or kidney disease,
• have any type of serious illness,
• are pregnant, or
• are breast-feeding.

You may not be able to take simethicone or you may need special monitoring during treatment if you have any of the conditions listed above.
Do not take more of this medication than is directed.

Adverse effects: No side effects are known to be associated with the use of simethicone. Talk to your doctor if you experience any unusual or bothersome side effects.

Interactions: Tell your doctor or pharmacist what medicines you are already taking, including those bought without a prescription and herbal medicines, before you start treatment with espumisan.

Additional Information: DO NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP THIS PRODUCT, as well as syringes and needles, if needed during treatment, out of the reach of children. Do not reuse needles, syringes, or other materials.