GASTICA DPS

Overview

GASTICA DPS is a Schedule H drug.

GASTICA DPS is composed of: SIMETHICONE (40 MG), DILL OIL (0.005 ML), FENNEL OIL (0.001 ML)

Simethicone is used to relieve symptoms of extra gas caused by air swallowing or certain foods/infant formulas. Simethicone helps break up gas bubbles in the gut.Simethicone is an antifoaming medicine. It disintegrates gas bubbles and allows easy passage of gas.Simethicone treat the symptoms of gas such as uncomfortable or painful pressure, fullness, and bloating.



Usage

SIMETHICONE is generally used to treat: Gas, Flatulence, Stomach Pain
SIMETHICONE can address symptoms like: Increased Passing Gas, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Abdomen Pain



Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 2yrs

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

How Do I Take It?

GASTICA DPS is generally taken After Food.

Precautions for GASTICA DPS and its Constituents


  • You should not use this medication if you are allergic to simethicone.
  • The liquid form may contain phenylalanine. Talk to your doctor before using this form of simethicone if you have phenylketonuriaUse exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
  • Do not take more of this medication than is directed.
  • Simethicone works best if you take it after meals and at bedtime.
  • The simethicone chewable tablet must be chewed before swallowing.
  • Measure liquid medicine with a special dose-measuring spoon or medicine cup. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.
  • Simethicone liquid drops can be mixed with water, baby formula, or other liquids to make swallowing easier for an infant or child.
  • Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using any other stomach medicine or antacid.


Common Side-Effects

SIMETHICONE : Diarrhoea, Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Hives, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Body Burning Sensation

Serious Side-Effects

SIMETHICONE : Difficulty Breathing, Face Swelling, Swollen Lips, Swollen Tongue

Rare Side-Effects

SIMETHICONE : Dizziness

Technical Classification

SIMETHICONE is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS GI AGENTS / GASTROINTESTINAL AGENTS

Prescription Statistics

Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.

How Frequently is it taken?

3 Times Daily86%
2 Times Daily10%

What was the Dosage Advised?

10drops36%
8drops36%
10 drops7%
5drops7%
3drops7%

How long was it prescribed?

7 Days47%
10 Days27%
3 Days13%
2 Days7%

What is the break-up across patient age-group?

Below 5yrs100%

What is the gender-breakup across patients?

Females100%

What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?

Pediatrician100%

Most common Medicines advised along-side?

NASOCLEAR N-DPS33%
MAXTRA DPS14%
CROCIN DPS14%
VISYNERAL-Z DPS10%
SEBAMED LTN10%
SIM MOM10%
B4 NAPPY CRM10%
KIDRICH DPS10%

Available Alternatives for GASTICA DPS

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

GASTICA DPSINR 23.5 for 15 MLSIMETHICONE 40 MG, DILL OIL 0.005 ML, FENNEL OIL 0.001 ML

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

COLIKY DPSINR 36 for 15 ML DROPSIMETHICONE 40.0 MG, DILL OIL 0.005 ML, FENNEL OIL 0.007 ML