| Pronunciation |
 (sye
METH i
kone) |
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| U.S. Brand Names |
| Degas®[OTC]; Flatulex®[OTC]; Gas Relief®; Gas-X®[OTC]; Maalox® Anti-Gas [OTC]; Mylanta® Gas [OTC]; Mylicon®[OTC]; Phazyme®[OTC] |
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| Generic Available |
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Yes: Tablet |
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| Synonyms |
| Activated Dimethicone; Activated Methylpolysiloxane |
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| Pharmacological Index |
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Antiflatulent |
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| Use |
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Relieves flatulence and functional gastric bloating, and postoperative gas pains |
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| Pregnancy Risk Factor |
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C |
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| Contraindications |
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Hypersensitivity to simethicone or any component |
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| Adverse Reactions |
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No data reported |
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| Drug Interactions |
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No data reported |
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| Stability |
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Protect from light |
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| Mechanism of Action |
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Decreases the surface tension of gas bubbles thereby disperses and prevents gas pockets in the GI system |
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| Usual Dosage |
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Oral: Children <12 years: 40 mg 4 times/day Children >12 years and Adults: 40-120 mg after meals and at bedtime as needed, not to exceed 500 mg/day |
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| Dietary Considerations |
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Avoid carbonated beverages and gas-forming foods; should be administered after meals |
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| Administration |
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Shake suspension before using; mix with water, infant formula, or other liquids |
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| Mental Health: Effects on Mental Status |
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None reported |
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| Mental Health: Effects on Psychiatric Treatment |
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None reported |
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| Dental Health: Local Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor Precautions |
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No information available to require special precautions |
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| Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment |
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No effects or complications reported |
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| Patient Information |
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Some tablets may be chewed thoroughly before swallowing, follow with a glass of water |
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| Nursing Implications |
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Shake suspension before using; mix with water, infant formula or other liquids |
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| Dosage Forms |
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Capsule: 125 mg Drops, oral: 40 mg/0.6 mL (30 mL) Tablet: 50 mg, 60 mg, 95 mg Chewable: 40 mg, 80 mg, 125 mg |
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