Gastrap Softgel Capsule
Product introduction
Gastrap Softgel 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.
Gastrap Softgel 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.
Gastrap Softgel 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.
Gastrap Softgel 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.
Gastrap Softgel 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 Gastrap Soft Gelatin Capsule
Benefits of Gastrap Soft Gelatin Capsule
In Bloating
Bloating refers to excessive buildup of gas in your stomach. Gastrap Softgel Capsule helps in easy passage of gas and thus reduces bloating and discomfort. Some simple lifestyle changes can help stop or reduce bloating. Think about what foods trigger bloating and try to avoid them; eat smaller, more frequent meals; try to lose weight if you are overweight and try to find ways to relax. Do not eat within 3 to 4 hours of going to bed.
In Abdominal pain
Gastrap Softgel Capsule effectively relieves abdominal pain due to excess gas formation in the stomach. It breaks gas bubbles and thus helps in the easy passage of gas. This reduces pain as well as cramps, bloating and discomfort. Take Gastrap Softgel Capsule with food or as directed by your doctor.
Side effects of Gastrap Soft Gelatin 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 Gastrap
- Upset stomach
- Diarrhea
How to use Gastrap Soft Gelatin Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Gastrap Softgel Capsule is to be taken with food.
How Gastrap Soft Gelatin Capsule works
Gastrap Softgel 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 Gastrap Softgel Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Gastrap Softgel 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
Gastrap Softgel 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
Gastrap Softgel Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Gastrap Softgel Capsule in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Gastrap Softgel Capsule in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Gastrap Soft Gelatin Capsule?
If you miss a dose of Gastrap Softgel 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.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Poly(Dimethylsiloxane)
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Anti-foaming agent
Patient concerns
FAQs
Q. Is Gastrap Softgel Capsule antacid?
No. Gastrap Softgel Capsule is not an antacid. But it is used in preparations which are used as antacid
Q. Is Gastrap Softgel Capsule available over the counter?
Yes. Gastrap Softgel Capsule is sold over the counter without a prescription
Q. Is Gastrap Softgel Capsule gluten free?
Yes. Gastrap Softgel Capsule is gluten free. However, please refer to package insert of the prescribed brand before use
Q. Is Gastrap Softgel Capsule safe?
Yes. Gastrap Softgel Capsule is relatively safe
Q. Is Gastrap Softgel Capsule safe for babies?
Gastrap Softgel Capsule is safe for infants and babies, if used as recommended. In case of any side-effects, consult your doctor
Q. Is it safe to take Gastrap Softgel Capsule daily?
It is advisable to take Gastrap Softgel Capsule only as per the instructions of the doctor
Q. Is Gastrap Softgel Capsule good for gas?
Yes. Gastrap Softgel Capsule is effective in the treatment of gas
Q. Does it have any side effects?
It does not have any known serious side-effects
Q. 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
Q. Does Gastrap Softgel Capsule cause nausea or constipation?
Gastrap Softgel Capsule is not known to cause nausea or constipation. If you experience any such symptoms, please consult your doctor
Q. Is Gastrap Softgel Capsule effective against acid reflux?
Gastrap Softgel Capsule is effective in controlling acid reflux if combined with an antacid.
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Name: Bioceutics Inc
Address: No. 15, Plot no. 92B, 6th Cross Street, Senthil Nagar, Kolathur Chennai – 600 099
Country of origin: India
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