Flatulex 250mg Capsule
Product introduction
Flatulex 250mg Capsule is used in the treatment of bloating and abdominal pain. It relieves discomfort and pain caused by excessive gas in the stomach and intestines in conditions such as flatulence and post operative gaseous distention.
Flatulex 250mg Capsule prevents the formation and accumulation of gas. It also facilitates the passage of gas and allows patients to excrete a greater volume of gas thereby reduces uncomfortable or painful pressure in the stomach and intestines.
This medicine is taken with meals preferably at bedtime in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor and doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
Flatulex 250mg Capsule may cause some common side effects like diarrhea and stomach upset. Before taking this medicine, you should let your doctor know if you have kidney problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine.
Flatulex 250mg Capsule prevents the formation and accumulation of gas. It also facilitates the passage of gas and allows patients to excrete a greater volume of gas thereby reduces uncomfortable or painful pressure in the stomach and intestines.
This medicine is taken with meals preferably at bedtime in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor and doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
Flatulex 250mg Capsule may cause some common side effects like diarrhea and stomach upset. Before taking this medicine, you should let your doctor know if you have kidney problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine.
Uses of Flatulex Capsule
Side effects of Flatulex Capsule
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Flatulex
- Upset stomach
- Diarrhea
How to use Flatulex Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Flatulex 250mg Capsule is to be taken with food.
How Flatulex Capsule works
Flatulex 250mg Capsule is an antifoaming medicine. It disintegrates gas bubbles and allows easy passage of gas.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Flatulex 250mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Flatulex 250mg Capsule is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Flatulex 250mg Capsule is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Flatulex 250mg Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Flatulex 250mg Capsule in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Flatulex 250mg Capsule in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Flatulex Capsule?
If you miss a dose of Flatulex 250mg Capsule, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.\n
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- It is better to take with food or at bedtime.
- It is better to take with food or at bedtime.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Poly(Dimethylsiloxane)
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Anti-Foaming Agents
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Flatulex 250mg Capsule
Once A Day
83%
Twice A Day
17%
What are you using Flatulex Capsule for?
Bloating
50%
Abdominal pai*
25%
Others
25%
*Abdominal pain
How much was the improvement?
Average
100%
What were the side-effects while using Flatulex 250mg Capsule?
No Side Effec*
100%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Flatulex Capsule?
With food
100%
Please rate Flatulex 250mg Capsule on price
Average
100%
FAQs
Is Flatulex 250mg Capsule antacid?
No. Flatulex 250mg Capsule is not an antacid. But it is used in preparations which are used as antacid
Is Flatulex 250mg Capsule available over the counter?
Yes. Flatulex 250mg Capsule is sold over the counter without a prescription
Is Flatulex 250mg Capsule gluten free?
Yes. Flatulex 250mg Capsule is gluten free. However, please refer to package insert of the prescribed brand before use
Is Flatulex 250mg Capsule safe?
Yes. Flatulex 250mg Capsule is relatively safe
Is Flatulex 250mg Capsule safe for babies?
Flatulex 250mg Capsule is safe for infants and babies, if used as recommended. In case of any side-effects, consult your doctor
Is it safe to take Flatulex 250mg Capsule daily?
It is advisable to take Flatulex 250mg Capsule only as per the instructions of the doctor
Is Flatulex 250mg Capsule good for gas?
Yes. Flatulex 250mg Capsule is effective in the treatment of gas
Does it have any side effects?
It does not have any known serious side-effects
Can I take simethicone with ibuprofen, famotidine, lansoprazole, omeprazole, antibiotics, ranitidine, ciprofloxacin, Pepto-bismol, or Depakote?
Yes. Simethicone can be taken with ibuprofen, famotidine, lansoprazole, omeprazole, antibiotics, ranitidine, ciprofloxacin, Pepto-bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) or Depakote (divalproate sodium), if prescribed by your doctor
Does Flatulex 250mg Capsule cause nausea or constipation?
Flatulex 250mg Capsule is not known to cause nausea or constipation. If you experience any such symptoms, please consult your doctor
Is Flatulex 250mg Capsule effective against acid reflux?
Flatulex 250mg Capsule is effective in controlling acid reflux if combined with an antacid.
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- Simethicone. Princeton. New Jersey: Bracoo Diagnostic. [Accessed 27 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006. Simethicone. [Updated 2018 Oct 31]. [Accessed 20 Feb. 2020] (online) Available from:
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Name: Lark Laboratories Ltd
Address: A-105/2, Okhla Industrial Area, Phase-II, New Delhi-110020
Country of origin: India
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