Question 1

what is the treatment for simethicone overdose?

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Take a deep breath: First of all, any time there is over ingestion of a medication, poison control is the most important and accurate source of information.  They are available 24/7.  Simethicone is relatively inert and unless there are symptoms you are concerned about or it was a really huge dose, it is unlikely to be poisonouspoison control.

Question 2

is it possible for you to overdose on simethicone?

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Yes: A person can over dose on any drug. The effect depends on the drug, the dosage, age and the person's health issues.

Question 3

could a 3 year old overdose on simethicone?

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Yes: The recommended dosage for 2-12 yo is 40mg 4x/day. Overdose may cause "gasping syndrome" from benzoic acid. Very large amount can be fatal. Please check with your poison control center if there is overdosing.

Question 4

can a 2.5 mo baby be overdose on simethicone drops?

Accepted Answer

Simethicone dosages: Simethicone weight-based dosing:
Under 10.9 kg: 20 mg orally after meals and at bedtime as needed and the maximum dose is 240 mg/day. 
Depending on the brand you bought, it could be a presentation of 70mg/1ml or 100mg/1ml.
Unrelated case reports have been documented where simethicone was administered in conjunction with another drug.

Question 5

can anything fatal or deathly happen from overdosing on too much simethicone?

Accepted Answer

Not really toxic: Pretty benign compound that disperses gas in the stomach (mostly, rather than lower down in the gut); it sort of pops bubbles.

Question 6

what could taking too much simethicone cause if anything? ty

Accepted Answer

NO: Basically it is inert and used to dissolved gas formation. Please follow exact instructions on product insert.

Question 7

do phazyme cause constipation?

Accepted Answer

No: Simethicone, what is in phazyme , does not cause constipation when used as indicated, .

Question 8

is it safe to take milk of mag with phazyme?

Accepted Answer

No interaction: There is no know interaction between the two medicines and so if need be, you can use them. If your problem is severe/persistent, consult doc for evaluation--as consitpation/gasiness/bloating/cramping are often signs of irritable bowel syndrome. Consult doc. Good luck.

Question 9

is it a bad idea to take more than 6 simethicone pills in a day?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Unless you are having painful gas.

Question 10

does simethicone lose effectiveness if taken regularly?  does it have any bad side effects?

Accepted Answer

Well tolerated ..: Overall it has limited adverse effects besides some reports of loose stool and stomach upset.  It works as a "surfactant" to alter gas bubble formation, so it does not necessarily loose effective over time, just like soap!  If you need to take it regular review this with your doctor because there may be a better way to address your symptoms. Best of luck.

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