Gasfree Tablet


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer Wilymed Pharmaceuticals Private Limited
Active Ingredient Pancreatin (175mg) + Simethicone (50mg) + charcoal (50mg)
Storage Store below 30°C
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassGASTRO INTESTINAL
User Rating4.6
User Reviews546

FAQ

Question
What if you forget to take Gasfree?
If you miss a dose of Gasfree, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Answer

Gasfree Tablet Reviews

Gasfree is a combination medicine used to treat indigestion and bloating. It relieves symptoms such as heartburn, stomach pain, or irritation. It also neutralizes excessive acid in the stomach and helps in easy passage of gas.

Gasfree is taken with food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are nausea, stomach pain, bloating, constipation, and black colored stools. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. To overcome constipation, you should add fiber-rich foods in your diet and stay hydrated.

Before you start taking this medicine it is important to inform your doctor if you are suffering from liver or kidney disease. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. Lifestyle modifications like having fiber-rich diet, increase fluid intake and regular exercise can help you to get better results.

How Gasfree Tablet Works

Gasfree is a combination of three medicines: Pancreatin, Simethicone and charcoal. Pancreatin is a digestive enzyme that helps in digestion of food. Simethicone and charcoal are antifoaming medicines which disintegrate gas bubbles and allow easy passage of gas.

How to Use Gasfree Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Gasfree is to be taken with food.

Benefits of Gasfree Tablet

  • In Indigestion: Indigestion means discomfort of mainly the upper part of your stomach which may also have other symptoms such as stomach pain, bloating, feeling full etc. Gasfree improves the movement of food in your stomach and gut (intestine). This relieves these symptoms and helps in proper digestion of food. Take Gasfree as prescribed by the doctor. Think about what foods trigger indigestion and try to avoid them; eat smaller, more frequent meals; try to lose weight if you are overweight and try to find ways to relax. Do not eat within 3-4 hours of going to bed.
  • In Bloating: Bloating refers to excessive buildup of gas in our stomach due to abnormal muscle movement in our stomach and intestines. Gasfree improves the movement of food in the stomach and helps prevent bloating.You should take it exactly as it is prescribed or as it says on the label for it to be effective. Some simple lifestyle changes can help stop or reduce bloating. Eat healthy, avoid spicy or oily food, exercise daily for at least 30 minutes and do not overeat.

Uses of Gasfree Tablet

  • Bloating
  • Indigestion

Gasfree Tablet Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Pregnancy  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Gasfree may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Driving  SAFE
Gasfree does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Liver  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Gasfree in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Gasfree in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Gasfree. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Gasfree during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

  • You have been prescribed Gasfree to get relief from indigestion and bloating.
  • Inform your doctor if you experience severe or long-lasting abdominal pain.
  • Do not go to bed immediately after taking a meal. Sit in a relaxed position for some time for better digestion.
  • Drink plenty of water while taking it.
  • Before taking Gasfree inform your doctor if you are allergic to pork or any pig product.

References

  1. Pancreatin. Rbge, Germany: Abbot Laborartries Gmbh; 2016.
  2. Simethicone. Princeton. New Jersey: Bracoo Diagnostic.
  3. Drugs.com. Charcol.

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