Leeds Drop
Product introduction
Leeds Drop 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.
Leeds Drop 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.
Leeds Drop 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.
Leeds Drop 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.
Leeds Drop 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 Leeds Drop
Benefits of Leeds Drop
In Bloating
Bloating refers to excessive buildup of gas in your stomach. Leeds Drop 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
Leeds Drop 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 Leeds Drop with food or as directed by your doctor.
Side effects of Leeds Drop
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 Leeds
- Upset stomach
- Diarrhea
How to use Leeds Drop
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a marked dropper and take it as directed. Leeds Drop is to be taken with food.
How Leeds Drop works
Leeds Drop 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 Leeds Drop. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Leeds Drop 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
Leeds Drop 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
Leeds Drop does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Leeds Drop in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Leeds Drop in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Leeds Drop?
If you miss a dose of Leeds Drop, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.\n
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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 Leeds Drop antacid?
No. Leeds Drop is not an antacid. But it is used in preparations which are used as antacid
Q. Is Leeds Drop available over the counter?
Yes. Leeds Drop is sold over the counter without a prescription
Q. Is Leeds Drop gluten free?
Yes. Leeds Drop is gluten free. However, please refer to package insert of the prescribed brand before use
Q. Is Leeds Drop safe?
Yes. Leeds Drop is relatively safe
Q. Is Leeds Drop safe for babies?
Leeds Drop 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 Leeds Drop daily?
It is advisable to take Leeds Drop only as per the instructions of the doctor
Q. Is Leeds Drop good for gas?
Yes. Leeds Drop 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 Leeds Drop cause nausea or constipation?
Leeds Drop is not known to cause nausea or constipation. If you experience any such symptoms, please consult your doctor
Q. Is Leeds Drop effective against acid reflux?
Leeds Drop is effective in controlling acid reflux if combined with an antacid.
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