|Articles|July 27, 2022

Daily OTC Pearl: Simethicone

Author(s)Saro Arakelians, PharmD

Simethicone helps with relief of gas, pressure, and bloating.

Indication: Simethicone helps with relief of gas, pressure, and bloating.

Insight:

Inactive ingredients: FD&C yellow 6, gelatin, glycerin, purified water, sorbitol.
Active ingredients: Simethicone 180 mg (in each softgel).
Directions: Swallow 1 or 2 softgels as needed after a meal. Do not exceed 2 softgels per day except under the advice and supervision of a physician.
Keep away from children.

Reference:

Simethicone 180 mg Gas Relief Generic for Phazyme Ultra Strength 180 Softgels - Walmart.com

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