Espumisan capsules 40mg 50 pcs. - From and similar items

Short description Pharmacological action - carminative. Inside, during or after meals (if necessary, and at night). With flatulence and a feeling of fullness in the stomach, adults and children 6-14 years old - 1-2 caps. or 1-2 teaspoons of the emulsion 3-5 times a day, for infants and young children - 1 teaspoon of the emulsion 3-5 times a day. To prepare for X-ray and ultrasound of the abdominal organs 1 day before the study - 2 caps. or 2 teaspoons of the emulsion 3 times a day and on the day of the study in the morning - 2 caps. or 2 teaspoons of the emulsion. pharmachologic effect Carminative. The active ingredient, simethicone, has surface activity and the ability to reduce surface tension at the liquid / gas interface. In this case, the gas bubbles merge and the foam breaks down, as a result of which the released gas is able to be absorbed or excreted naturally under the influence of intestinal peristalsis. The use of the drug Espumisan for preparation for diagnostic studies prevents the occurrence of image defects caused by gas bubbles. Indications - excessive formation and accumulation of gases in the gastrointestinal tract (flatulence, Remkheld syndrome, aerophagia, increased gas production in the postoperative period); - preparation for diagnostic examinations of the abdominal cavity and small pelvis organs (including ultrasound, X-ray examinations); - symptoms of excessive gas formation caused by functional dyspepsia; - acute poisoning with detergents containing foaming agents (as an antifoam agent). Method of administration and dosage For complaints related to excessive gas formation, adults and children over 6 years of age are prescribed 2 caps. 3-5 times / day, it is possible with a small amount of liquid, after each meal and, if necessary, before bedtime. The duration of the course of treatment depends on the presence of symptoms of increased gas production. If necessary, the drug Espumisan can be used for a long period of time. In preparation for diagnostic tests, 2 capsules are prescribed. 3 times / day the day before the study and in the morning of the study day 2 caps., Without drinking water. As a defoamer in case of poisoning with detergents containing foaming substances, a single dose for adults is 10-20 caps., For children over 6 years old - 3-10 caps. in one go; the dose depends on the severity of the intoxication. Side effects There were no side effects when taking the drug Espumisan. The development of allergic reactions to the auxiliary components of the drug is possible. Contraindications - intestinal obstruction; - children under 6 years old; - hypersensitivity to the components of the drug. Overdose An overdose of the drug Espumisan is unlikely due to the chemical and physiological inertness of the drug. special instructions People with hypersensitivity to the components of the drug (methyl parahydroxybenzoate and quinoline yellow dye) may experience immediate hypersensitivity reactions, as well as delayed-type hypersensitivity reactions. If any allergic reactions occur, the drug should be discontinued immediately and a doctor should be consulted. Influence on the ability to drive vehicles and control mechanisms The drug Espumisan does not affect the speed of psychomotor reactions and the ability to perceive or assess the situation. Interaction with other drugs Clinically significant interaction of the drug Espumisan with other drugs has not been established. Storage conditions The drug should be stored out of the reach of children at a temperature not exceeding 30 C. Shelf life is 3 years.