Mylanta gas (oral)

Mylanta gas (oral)

Mylanta gas (oral)

Uses for Mylanta Gas

Simethicone can also be used for other illnesses, depending on your doctor's instructions.

Simethicone is available without a prescription.

Before using Mylanta Gas

When deciding whether to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the benefits it produces. This is a decision that you and your doctor will make. The following should be noted with this medicine:

Allergies

Tell your doctor if you have ever had an unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your doctor if you have other allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives or animals. For over-the-counter products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.

Pediatrics

This medicine has been tested in children and has not been shown to cause any side effects or problems other than in adults at effective doses.

geriatrics

Many drugs have not been specifically studied in older people. Therefore, it may not be known whether they work the same way as they do in younger adults. There is no specific information comparing the use of simethicone in the elderly with use in other age groups.

Drug interactions

Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines can be used together, although interactions may occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose or other precautions may be necessary. Tell your doctor if you are taking other prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicine.

Interactions with food/tobacco/alcohol

Certain medicines should not be taken during or around the time of eating or consuming certain foods because interactions may occur. Consuming alcohol or tobacco with certain medications can also lead to interactions. Discuss using your medicine with food, alcohol or tobacco with your doctor.

Proper use of Mylanta Gas

To use simethicone effectively:

• Befolgen Sie die Anweisungen Ihres Arztes, wenn Ihnen dieses Arzneimittel verschrieben wurde.
• Befolgen Sie die Packungsanweisungen des Herstellers, wenn Sie sich selbst etwas verwöhnen.

For best results, take this medicine after meals and at bedtime.

For patients taking the chewable tablet form of this medication:

• Es ist wichtig, dass Sie die Tabletten gründlich kauen, bevor Sie sie schlucken. Dadurch soll das Arzneimittel schneller und vollständiger wirken.

For patients taking this medicine in oral liquid form:

• Dieses Arzneimittel darf oral eingenommen werden, auch wenn es in einer Tropfflasche geliefert wird. Die Menge, die Sie einnehmen sollten, ist mit der speziell gekennzeichneten Pipette oder dem Messlöffel abzumessen.

Avoid foods that seem to increase bloating. Chew food thoroughly and slowly. Reduce swallowing air by avoiding carbonated drinks. Do not smoke before meals. Develop regular bowel habits and exercise regularly. Make sure your doctor knows whether you are on a low-sodium, low-sugar, or other special diet. Most medications contain more than their active ingredient.

dosage

The dose of this medicine is different for different patients. Follow your doctor's instructions or the label directions. The following information includes average doses of this medicine only. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to.

The amount of medicine you take depends on the strength of the medicine. In addition, the number of doses you take each day, the time between doses, and how long you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.

• Bei Symptomen von zu viel Blähungen:
  • Für orale Darreichungsformen (Kapseln oder Tabletten):
    • Erwachsene und Jugendliche – Die übliche Dosis beträgt 60 bis 125 Milligramm (mg) viermal täglich, nach den Mahlzeiten und vor dem Schlafengehen. Die Dosis sollte innerhalb von 24 Stunden nicht mehr als 500 mg betragen.
    • Kinder – Die Dosis muss vom Arzt festgelegt werden.
  • Für die orale Darreichungsform (Kautabletten):
    • Erwachsene und Jugendliche – Die übliche Dosis beträgt 40 bis 125 mg viermal täglich, nach den Mahlzeiten und vor dem Schlafengehen, oder die Dosis kann 150 mg dreimal täglich nach den Mahlzeiten betragen. Die Dosis sollte innerhalb von 24 Stunden nicht mehr als 500 mg betragen.
    • Kinder – Die Dosis muss vom Arzt festgelegt werden.
  • Für orale Darreichungsform (Suspension):
    • Erwachsene und Jugendliche – Die übliche Dosis beträgt 40 bis 95 mg viermal täglich, nach den Mahlzeiten und vor dem Schlafengehen. Die Dosis sollte innerhalb von 24 Stunden nicht mehr als 500 mg betragen.
    • Kinder – Die Dosis muss vom Arzt festgelegt werden.

Missed dose

If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and return to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double the dose.

storage

Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Protect from freezing.

Keep away from children.

Do not keep medications that are outdated or no longer needed.

Mylanta Gas Side Effects

No common or serious side effects of this drug have been reported. However, if you notice any side effects, contact your doctor.

Commonly used brand names

In the USA

• Alka-Seltzer-Antigas
• Anti-Gas-Ultra-Stärke
• Baby Gasz
• Ausgleichsgasentlastung
• Maximale Stärke der Gashilfe
• Gas-X
• Genasyme
• Maalox Anti-Gas
• Mylanta Gas
• Mylicon
• Mytab Gas
• Phazyme

In Canada

• Ovol
• Phazyme Liquid Gas Relief, maximale Stärke

Available dosage forms:

• Kapsel, flüssigkeitsgefüllt
• Tablette, kaubar
• Tablette
• Suspension
• Lösung

Therapeutic Class: Antiflatulent

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