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Simcon Tablet

Manufactured byINDCHEMIE HEALTH SPECIALITIES PVT LTD
ContainsActivated charcoal (250 mg) + Simethicone (80 mg)
Description
Simcon Tablet is an anti-flatulent medicine used to reduce excessive gas in the stomach and relieve the symptoms of stomach discomfort, abdominal pain, and flatulence.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Simcon Tablet

  • Nausea and Vomiting
  • Constipation
  • Dry mouth
  • Chills
  • Dark stools

Uses of Simcon Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Flatulence
  • Post operative gas pain
  • Functional gastric disorder
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The effect of this medicine can be observed immediately after administration.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    This medicine remains active in the body for up to 3 to 4 hours after administration.
  • 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.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

Allergy

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to simethicone, activated charcoal, or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding

This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings

Other uses

Your doctor may prescribe this medicine 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 the doctor in such cases.

Missed Dose

This medicine is usually taken on an as-needed basis. If you are on a scheduled dosing regimen, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
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.
This medicine is usually taken on an as-needed basis. You are advised to take this medicine after meals and at bedtime for the best effect. Do not take in larger amounts than advised or prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects.
Miscelleneous

To be taken after food

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
This medicine reduces excessive gas in the stomach and relieves symptoms such as stomach discomfort, abdominal pain, and flatulence.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Antiflatulent

Schedule

OTC

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Information on this page was last updated on 5 Aug 2019

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