Simfast 140mg 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.

Simfast 140mg 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.

Simfast 140mg 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 Simfast Capsule

Benefits of Simfast Capsule

In Bloating

Bloating refers to excessive buildup of gas in your stomach. Simfast 140mg 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

Simfast 140mg 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 Simfast 140mg Capsule with food or as directed by your doctor.

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Side effects of Simfast 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 Simfast

Upset stomach
Diarrhea

How to use Simfast Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Simfast 140mg Capsule is to be taken with food.

How Simfast Capsule works

Simfast 140mg 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 Simfast 140mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Simfast 140mg 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

Simfast 140mg 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

Simfast 140mg Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Simfast 140mg Capsule in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Simfast 140mg Capsule in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Simfast Capsule?

If you miss a dose of Simfast 140mg Capsule, 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

Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Action Class

Anti-foaming agent

Patient concerns

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Dr. Megha Tuli

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Bloating, pain abdomen, nausea, vomiting etc are common side of Primolut.

How to get rid of abdominal bloating and belly fat

Dr. Aanchal Maheshwari

Ayurveda

avoid drinking water at least 30- 45 min before and after food. take triphala 1 spoon at night. do kapalbhatti pranayam daily for 10/min. hingwashtak churna half spoon before meal.

User feedback

Patients taking Simfast 140mg Capsule

Once A Day

35%

Thrice A Day

29%

Twice A Day

24%

Four Times A *

12%

*Four Times A Day

What are you using Simfast Capsule for?

Bloating

50%

Others

25%

Abdominal pai*

25%

*Abdominal pain

How much was the improvement?

Excellent

100%

What were the side-effects while using Simfast 140mg Capsule?

No Side Effec*

100%

*No Side Effect

How do you take Simfast Capsule?

Empty stomach

100%

Please rate Simfast 140mg Capsule on price

Expensive

100%

FAQs

Q. Is Simfast 140mg Capsule antacid?

No. Simfast 140mg Capsule is not an antacid. But it is used in preparations which are used as antacid

Q. Is Simfast 140mg Capsule available over the counter?

Yes. Simfast 140mg Capsule is sold over the counter without a prescription

Q. Is Simfast 140mg Capsule gluten free?

Yes. Simfast 140mg Capsule is gluten free. However, please refer to package insert of the prescribed brand before use

Q. Is Simfast 140mg Capsule safe?

Yes. Simfast 140mg Capsule is relatively safe

Q. Is Simfast 140mg Capsule safe for babies?

Simfast 140mg 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 Simfast 140mg Capsule daily?

It is advisable to take Simfast 140mg Capsule only as per the instructions of the doctor

Q. Is Simfast 140mg Capsule good for gas?

Yes. Simfast 140mg 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 Simfast 140mg Capsule cause nausea or constipation?

Simfast 140mg Capsule is not known to cause nausea or constipation. If you experience any such symptoms, please consult your doctor

Q. Is Simfast 140mg Capsule effective against acid reflux?

Simfast 140mg Capsule is effective in controlling acid reflux if combined with an antacid.

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