Simethicone: Uses, Side Effects & Brands in Pakistan

Simethicone is an anti-foaming agent for wind. It is used for wind, bloating and infant colic. In Pakistan it is available as drops, syrup and suspension, made by 3 different manufacturers. On this page you can read how it works, its common side effects and precautions, and compare the brands and prices available at Medimart.

How Simethicone works

Simethicone (also called simeticone) works by changing the surface tension of gas bubbles in the stomach and intestines. Small bubbles join together into larger ones that are easier to pass as wind or burping. It is not absorbed into the body.

What is Simethicone used for?

• Wind
• Bloating
• Infant colic

Simethicone is used to relieve trapped wind, bloating and the discomfort that comes with them. It is commonly given as drops for babies with colic and is also found in many antacid and indigestion products for adults. It is sometimes used before abdominal scans to reduce gas in the gut.

Side effects of Simethicone

Simethicone is very well tolerated, and side effects are rare. Occasionally people notice:

• Mild nausea
• Constipation
• Loose stools
• Skin rash or itching (rare)

See a doctor urgently if there is severe or persistent abdominal pain, vomiting, blood in the stools, or, in a baby, fever, poor feeding or unusual floppiness.

Precautions and warnings

• Use the product made for the right age group, and follow the pack directions or your pharmacist's advice.
• Crying in babies has many causes; speak to a doctor if colic does not improve or your baby seems unwell.
• If you take thyroid medicine (levothyroxine), ask your pharmacist about spacing the two apart.
• It is generally considered suitable in pregnancy and breastfeeding, but check with your doctor or pharmacist first.
• Persistent bloating, especially with weight loss or a change in bowel habit, should be checked by a doctor.

Frequently asked questions about Simethicone

What is the price of Simethicone in Pakistan?

At Medimart, Simethicone products currently in stock range from Rs 85 to Rs 345 per pack, depending on the brand, strength and pack size. The lowest-priced option right now is Dijex Mp Syrup 120ml Mix/Flavour at Rs 85. Prices are updated regularly, so the product list on this page always shows the latest price.

Which brands of Simethicone are available in Pakistan?

Simethicone is sold in Pakistan under brand names such as Minicol (Libra Pharmaceutical Ltd), Dijex (Abbott Laboratories (Pakistan) Ltd) and Infacol (Regimen Nutraceuticals).

Do I need a prescription for Simethicone?

Simethicone is generally available without a prescription. Read the leaflet before use and ask a pharmacist or doctor if you are unsure, especially for children, during pregnancy, or if you take other medicines.

Can Simethicone be used during pregnancy?

It is generally considered suitable in pregnancy and breastfeeding, but check with your doctor or pharmacist first.

Are all Simethicone brands the same?

Brands that contain the same amount of Simethicone in the same form are expected to work in the same way, although inactive ingredients, pack sizes and prices differ. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching from one brand to another.

Simethicone brands and prices in Pakistan

Medimart lists 4 products containing Simethicone from different manufacturers. Compare strengths, pack sizes and prices below and order online with cash on delivery.

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