Gas Aide

Gas Aide helps relieve painful pressure from too much gas in the stomach and intestines. This medicine can be used by babies, children, and adults.

Gas Aide may also be used for reasons not mentioned in this medication guide.

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.

Do not take more of this medicine than directed.

Gas Aide works best if you take it after meals and at bedtime.

You must chew the chewable tablet before you swallow it.

Measure liquid medicine carefully. Use the dosing syringe provided, or use a medicine dose-measuring device (not a kitchen spoon).

Gas Aide liquid drops can be mixed with water, baby formula, or other liquids to make it easier for an infant or child to swallow.

Always follow directions on the medicine label about giving Gas Aide to a child. Call your doctor if the child's gas symptoms do not improve after treatment with this medicine.

You may need to follow a special diet or increase your exercise while using Gas Aide. Follow all instructions from your doctor or dietitian. Learn about the foods to eat or avoid to help control your condition.

Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light. Do not allow the liquid form of this medicine to freeze.

Follow all instructions on your medicine label and package. Inform all your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you are taking.

You should not use Gas Aide if you are allergic to it.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take Gas Aide if you are allergic to any drugs or if you have any serious illness (especially one that affects your stomach or intestines).

Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

The liquid form may contain phenylalanine. Talk to your doctor before using this form of simethicone if you have phenylketonuria (PKU).

Get emergency medical help if you notice signs of an allergic reaction: hives; trouble breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

You may be more likely to experience less serious side effects, or you may not have any side effects at all.

This is not a complete list of side effects, and others may happen. Contact your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You can report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Since Gas Aide is taken as needed, you might not follow a specific dosing schedule. If you miss a dose and it’s almost time for your next dose, just skip the missed dose. Do not take two doses at once.

Seek emergency medical help or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.

Before using an antacid, ask your doctor, and only use the type your doctor suggests. Some antacids may have Gas Aide.

Other drugs may affect Gas Aide, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Inform your doctor about all your current medicines and any medicine you begin or stop using.