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Dimol Drops

Manufactured byWallace Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
ContainsSimethicone
Description
Dimol Drops is a medicine that contains Simethicone. It is used to reduce excessive gas in the stomach and relieve the symptoms like stomach discomfort, abdominal pain, fullness, and bloating/flatulence (accumulation of gas in the stomach) in infants and children below two years of age. This medicine works by reducing stomach discomfort by expelling gas. Dimol Drops has mild side effects like nausea and constipation. These side effects subside by themselves. Consult your doctor if these symptoms bother your child or worsen. Avoid using this medicine if your child is allergic to it. Dimol Drops should be given with food or milk before bedtime. Give these drops to your child in the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Do not give more than the prescribed dose as it may lead to severe side effects. Dimol Drops may not be suitable for all children. Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor about your child's complete medical history including kidney or liver problems if any, and all your child's ongoing medication.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Dimol Drops

  • Loose stools
  • Diarrhea
  • Nausea
  • Constipation
  • Dry mouth
  • Chills

Uses of Dimol Drops

What is it prescribed for?

  • Abdominal bloating
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time required for Dimol Drops to show its action is not known.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Dimol Drops remains active in the body is not known.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendency has been reported for Dimol Drops.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Dimol Drops is recommended to be used in children only.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Dimol Drops is recommended to be used in children only.

Allergy

Avoid using Dimol Drops if your child is allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc., in your child.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Dimol Drops is recommended to be used in children only.

Breast-feeding

Dimol Drops is recommended to be used in children only.
General warnings

Other medicines

Dimol Drops may interact with many other medicines and may cause side effects. Hence, it is advised that you inform your paediatrician about all your child's ongoing medicines including any herbs and supplements before beginning the treatment with this medicine.

Other uses

Your doctor may prescribe Dimol Drops for indications other than those stated above in certain specific circumstances, especially if other medicines are not effective. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with your paediatrician in such cases.

Missed Dose

If you forget to give a dose of Dimol Drops to your child, give it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

An overdose of Dimol Drops is not likely to cause severe symptoms. However, seek emergency medical treatment in case of an overdose or if you notice severe symptoms such as vomiting and diarrhoea in your child.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Levothyroxine

Liothyronine

Disease interactions

Disease

Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Follow all the instructions given by your doctor and administer Dimol Drops exactly as advised. Do not give in more or fewer doses than prescribed. Seek emergency medical treatment if you notice any severe side effects. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your paediatrician. Keep the medicine away from the reach of children and pets. Ensure that the unused medicine is disposed of properly.
Miscelleneous

To be taken after food

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Dimol Drops reduces excessive gas in the stomach and relieves symptoms such as stomach discomfort, abdominal pain, and flatulence (accumulation of gas in the stomach).
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Miscellaneous GI agents, Antiflatulent

Schedule

OTC

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Information on this page was last updated on 8 Nov 2021

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