Espumisan is a drug used in ailments related to gastrointestinal disorders, gas accumulation and abdominal distension. Espumisan provides quick help and long-lasting relief, especially in patients after surgery.
Espumisan (Berlin-Chemie)
| form, dose, packaging | availability category | the active substance |
| grave. 0,04 g (25 caps., 100 caps.) | OTC (over-the-counter) | symetykon (simeticone |
Espumisan
Espumisan is a drug recommended for people with gastrointestinal problems. Especially in the presence of abdominal distension and gas. This drug brings long-term relief, especially in patients who have had surgery. The active substance of Espumisan is simethicone, which reduces the tension in the gas bubbles in the intestines and thus facilitates their release. These gases are then absorbed through the intestinal walls and removed from the tract by bowel movements. Espumisan additionally reduces the feeling of heaviness and tension in the abdomen, thus causing a noticeable relief.
Espumisan does not contain sugar and can be used by patients diagnosed with flatulence). It is also given to children before an ultrasound examination of the abdominal cavity, as well as radiological and gastroscopic examinations. In addition, espumisan drops are used in the treatment of colic in infants over 1 month of age and in the case of poisoning with surfactants.
The simethicone in the medicine breaks down and disperses the gases that have accumulated in the baby’s gastrointestinal tract, thereby providing relief for him. After oral administration, the drug is excreted unchanged through the gastrointestinal tract.
The dose of the drug can be measured using a special dropper or a teaspoon containing a ml scale.
- Babies: 5-10 drops can be added to the milk bottle or given with a small spoon before each feed;
- 1-6 years: 10 drops (3-5 x / d);
- 6-14 years: 10-20 drops (3-5 x / d).
Contraindications to the use of the drug Espumisan
A contraindication to the use of Espumisan is hypersensitivity to the active substance – simethicone or any of the substances found in Esmupisan 100mg / ml. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking any medicine.
No interaction of the drug Espumisan with other preparations has been demonstrated. However, before taking the drug, tell your doctor about the use of other medications.
Espumisan – side effects
Side effects do not occur in all people taking the drug, but it should be mentioned about this possibility. It should be borne in mind that the expected benefits are usually greater than the side effects. A possible undesirable effect is the occurrence of hypersensitivity reactions (including delayed ones) to the content of sunset yellow (E 110) and methyl parahydroxybenzoate.