Drugs & Vitamins

Active Ingredients: Simethicone
Other Names: Equaline Infants' Gas Relief Drops, Gas Relief Drops, Gas Relief Infant Drops, Gas-X Infant Drops, Genasyme Drops, Infantaire Gas Drops, Mylicon Dye-Free Infant Drops, Mylicon Infant Drops, Simethicone Infants' Drops
Drug Class: Gastrointestinal Agents
Rx Status: Available over-the-counter (OTC)
Generic Available: Yes
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What is/are Genasyme Drops? (Back to top)
SIMETHICONE is used to decrease the discomfort caused by gas. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.

What should I tell my health care providers before I take this medicine? (Back to top)
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

• an unusual or allergic reaction to simethicone, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
• pregnant or trying to get pregnant
• breast-feeding

How should I use this medicine? (Back to top)
Take this medicine by mouth. Use the special dropper included with the medicine. The dosage can be mixed with one ounce of cool water, infant formula or other suitable liquids to ease administration. Follow the directions on the label or those given to you by your doctor or health care professional. Do not take your medicine more often than directed.

Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. While this drug may be used in children as young as newborns for selected conditions, precautions do apply.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.

Note: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.

What if I miss a dose? (Back to top)
This does not apply; this medicine is not for regular use.

What may interact with this medicine? (Back to top)
Interactions are not expected.

This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care providers a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.

What side effects may I notice from this medicine? (Back to top)
There are no reported side effects of this medicine.

This list may not describe all possible side effects.

What should I watch for while using this medicine? (Back to top)
Tell your doctor or healthcare professional if your symptoms do not start to get better or if they get worse, or if you have severe pain, diarrhea, constipation, or blood in your stool. These could be signs of a more serious condition.

Where should I keep this medicine? (Back to top)
Keep out of the reach of children.

Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Keep container tightly closed. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.

NOTE: This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.

Last Updated:September 15, 2006

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