Lefoam 67 mg/ml (Pediatric Drops)
15 ml drop: ৳ 30.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Simethicone |
| Company | Incepta pharmaceuticals ltd |
Title and Category
- Lefoam Simethicone Drops
- Medicine
- Antiflatulent
Description and Indications
- Relief from flatulence
- Abdominal distention relief
- Relief from gas and windy colic
- Symptomatic improvement for large bowel preparation
- Anecdotal use for antifoaming in poisoning cases
Dosage and Administration
- Take after meals and at bedtime
- Can be given with infant's feeds
- Shake the bottle well before each use
- Dosage for children less than 2 years of age
- Dosage for children 2-12 years of age
- Dosage for adults
Mode of Action
- Antiflatulent properties
- Antifoaming action in the stomach and intestines
- Changes surface tension of gas bubbles
- Enables gas elimination by belching or passing flatus
- Reduces postoperative gas pains
- Aids in enhancing visualization during gastroscopy
Interaction
- No evidence of modifying effects of other drugs
- Reduced defoaming effect by antacids like Aluminium Hydroxide and Magnesium Carbonate
Side Effects
- Physiologically inert
- No adverse effects noted after oral ingestion
Pregnancy and Lactation
- No harmful effects during pregnancy
- Excretion in breast milk not established
Precautions and Warnings
- Do not exceed 12 doses per day except under physician's advice and supervision
Therapeutic Class
- Anti-dyspeptic/Carminatives
Storage Conditions
- Store in a cool and dry place
- Protect from light
- Keep out of the reach of children