Disflatyl
Drug name: Disflatyl
Other names used:
- Genasyme®
- imogas®
- Mylanta®
- Phazyme®
- Telament®
Active Ingredients:
- Simethicone
Therapeutic actions: Disflatyl is an antiflatulent medication. Simethicone works by lowering of the superficial tension in the interphase boundary, reduces the production of gas bubbles in the digestive tract. Released gas bubbles are absorbed by the intestinal walls and eliminated by peristalsis.
Indications: Disflatyl is approved to treat the following conditions:
- Increased production of gas bubbles in the digestive system(meteorism, aerophagia, production of gas bubbles in the post-operation period.
- Preparation for diagnostic procedures
- Intoxication(as antibubbling agent)
Contraindications and cautions:
Disflatyl should not be taken:
- Known hypersensitivity or allergy to any of the medication ingredients
- Intestinal obstruction
- Obstructive diseases of the digestive system
Talk with doctor prior to taking Simethicone if you pregnant, breastfeeding or going to treat children.
Adverse effects: There are possible side-effects associated with this medicine that can affect individuals in different ways. If a side effect is stated here, that does not necessarily mean the fact that all people using Disflatyl will experience it or any other.
- In rare cases the medication may cause dermatological reactions like redness, rash and itching.
The side effects listed above may not include all of the side effects reported by the drug's manufacturer. For more information about any other possible risks associated with Simethicone, please read the information provided with Simethicone or consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Interactions: It is important to tell your doctor or pharmacist what medicines you are already taking, including those bought without a prescription and herbal medicines, before you start treatment with Simethicone. Similarly, check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking any new medication while taking this one, to ensure that the combination is safe.
Additional Information: DO NOT SHARE Simethicone with others. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP THIS PRODUCT, as well as syringes and needles, if needed during treatment, out of the reach of children. Do not reuse needles, syringes, or other materials.
