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Gastrointestinal Tract > Hyperacidity, GERD, and ulcers

GAS-X CHEWABLES EXTRA STRENGTH

Manufacturer

Novartis Consumer Health

Legal Classification

OTC

Pharmacological Class

Antiflatulent.

Generic Name

Simethicone 125mg; chew tabs; peppermint creme-, cherry creme-flavors; contains calcium 45mg/tab.

Also

• GAS-X CHEWABLES
• GAS-X EXTRA STRENGTH
• GAS-X EXTRA STRENGTH CHEWABLES w. MAALOX
• GAS-X MAXIMUM STRENGTH
• GAS-X THIN STRIPS

Indications

Flatulence.

Children

Use other forms.

Adults

Chew 1–2 tabs as needed after meals and at bedtime; max 4 tabs/day.

Interactions

Maalox: reduces absorption of tetracyclines, possibly other drugs.

How Supplied

Softgels (extra strength)—10, 30, 72, 120
Softgels (max strength)—50
Chew tabs (regular strength)—36
Chew tabs (extra strength)—18, 48
Chew tabs (extra strength w. Maalox)—24
Thin strips—18

Additional Resources

• Related Prescribing Note

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