I take pletal. the only side effect i seem to have is gas (very embarassing). is there anything i can do to rid of gas? i have been taking acidophilus for the problem i am having with gas caused by taking pletal for many years. however, it really doesn't

You : You can consider changing the time of day that you take it, although first check with your doctor. First, keep a diary of what time you take it, and how closely you ate when taking it and what you ate. Then see if there is a pattern. You can try to notice if high fiber foods (vegetables etc) seem to set off your indigestion more. Also try to notice if certain beverages are making it worse. You can also try to notice if it is worse if you are constipated, then aggressively treat the constipation if so (with stool softeners or suppositories).

Simethicone: There are over the counter medications that may help reduce gas buildup. Products that contain simethicone like Gas-X or Alka-Seltzer Anti-Gas may relieve painful symptoms of too much gas in the stomach / intestines. Tips to avoid more gas buildup include taking time when eating and drinking, eating smaller meals more often, and avoiding fizzy beverages.