Contents
- 1 Overview
- 2 Usage
- 3 Frequently Asked Questions
- 4 How Do I Take It?
- 5 Precautions for GASTICA DPS and its Constituents
- 6 Common Side-Effects
- 7 Serious Side-Effects
- 8 Rare Side-Effects
- 9 Technical Classification
- 10 Prescription Statistics
- 11 Available Alternatives for GASTICA DPS
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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 PainSIMETHICONE 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 SensationSerious Side-Effects
SIMETHICONE : Difficulty Breathing, Face Swelling, Swollen Lips, Swollen TongueRare Side-Effects
SIMETHICONE : DizzinessTechnical Classification
SIMETHICONE is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS GI AGENTS / GASTROINTESTINAL AGENTSPrescription 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 Daily | 86% |
2 Times Daily | 10% |
What was the Dosage Advised?
10drops | 36% |
8drops | 36% |
10 drops | 7% |
5drops | 7% |
3drops | 7% |
How long was it prescribed?
7 Days | 47% |
10 Days | 27% |
3 Days | 13% |
2 Days | 7% |
What is the break-up across patient age-group?
Below 5yrs | 100% |
What is the gender-breakup across patients?
Females | 100% |
What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?
Pediatrician | 100% |
Most common Medicines advised along-side?
NASOCLEAR N-DPS | 33% |
MAXTRA DPS | 14% |
CROCIN DPS | 14% |
VISYNERAL-Z DPS | 10% |
SEBAMED LTN | 10% |
SIM MOM | 10% |
B4 NAPPY CRM | 10% |
KIDRICH DPS | 10% |
Available Alternatives for GASTICA DPS
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
GASTICA DPS | INR 23.5 for 15 ML | SIMETHICONE 40 MG, DILL OIL 0.005 ML, FENNEL OIL 0.001 ML |
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
COLIKY DPS | INR 36 for 15 ML DROP | SIMETHICONE 40.0 MG, DILL OIL 0.005 ML, FENNEL OIL 0.007 ML |