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Medically reviewed by Kovalenko Svetlana Olegovna, PharmD. Last updated on 26.06.2023
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Simethicone
Flatulence (including in the postoperative period), aerophagia, dyspepsia, Remheld syndrome, preparation for diagnostic tests of the abdominal cavity and pelvis, intoxication with detergents (as a defoamer).
As an additive to a suspension of contrast agents for obtaining a double contrast image, as a defoamer for acute poisoning with detergents.
Flatulence (including in the postoperative period), aerophagia, dyspepsia, Remheld syndrome, preparation for diagnostic tests of the abdominal cavity and pelvis, intoxication with detergents (as a defoamer).
As an additive to a suspension of contrast agents for obtaining a double contrast image, as a defoamer for acute poisoning with detergents.
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Symptomatic treatment
Adults and children from 6 to 15 years — 25-50 drops after each meal and before bedtime, with a small amount of liquid.
For newborns and children under 6 years of age-10-15 drops 2-3 times a day during meals (in a bottle for infants) or after meals.
Preventive reception in preparation for the study of the stomach and / or intestines
50 drops 3-4 times a day for 2 days prior to the study, 50 drops in the morning, on an empty stomach on the day of the study, and 50 drops immediately before the study.
Before use, the bottle with drops must be shaken.
Inside, during or after meals and, if necessary, before going to bed. Before use, you should actively shake the bottle. In order for the suspension to start coming out of the pipette, the bottle should be turned upside down and tapped on the bottom. Sub® Simplex mixes well with other liquids, such as milk.
Increased gas formation
Adults-30-45 drops (1.2-1.8 ml). Children from 6 to 15 years — 20-30 drops (0.8-1.2 ml), from 1 to 6 years-15 drops (0.6 ml). If necessary, an additional 15 drops per night.
This dose should be taken every 4-6 hours, if necessary, it can be increased. Newborns and infants (up to 1 year of age) who receive feeding from a baby bottle-15 drops (0.6 ml) of suspension are added to each bottle. Sub® Simplex can be given to newborns before feeding with a teaspoon.
The duration of application depends on the dynamics of complaints. Sub® Simplex can be taken for a long time if necessary.
Preparation for diagnostic tests of the gastrointestinal tract
Use in preparation for diagnostic tests of the gastrointestinal tract is facilitated if the pipette is removed from the bottle.
X-ray examination. To prepare for radiography, the day before the study in the evening, take 3-6 teaspoons (15-30 ml) of Sab® Simplex.
Ultrasound. When preparing for ultrasound, it is recommended to take 3 teaspoons (15 ml) of Sab® Simplex in the evening the day before the study and 3 teaspoons 3 hours before the study.
Endoscopy. Before endoscopy, take 0.5-1 teaspoon (2.5–5 ml) of Sab® Simplex. During the study, an additional few milliliters of Sab suspension can be injected through the endoscope® Simplex.
Poisoning with detergents
The dose depends on the severity of the poisoning. Recommended minimum dose of Sab® The simplex is 1 teaspoon (5 ml).
In cases where existing complaints persist and/or new complaints appear, you should consult a doctor.
Hypersensitivity, intestinal obstruction.
Use Acdt strips as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
- Use Acdt strips as needed after meals and before bedtime, unless otherwise directed by your doctor.
- Do not remove the strip from the pouch until you are ready to use Acdt strips. Make sure that your hands are dry when you handle Acdt strips.
- Remove the strip from the pouch and place it on the tongue. The strip dissolves quickly and can be swallowed with saliva. Acdt strips may be taken with or without water.
- Use the strip immediately after opening the pouch. Do not store the strip for future use.
- Do not use more than 6 strips in 24 hours unless your doctor tells you otherwise.
- If you miss a dose of Acdt strips, use it as soon as you remember. Continue to use it as directed by your doctor or on the package label.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Acdt strips.
There are specific as well as general uses of a drug or medicine. A medicine can be used to prevent a disease, treat a disease over a period or cure a disease. It can also be used to treat the particular symptom of the disease. The drug use depends on the form the patient takes it. It may be more useful in injection form or sometimes in tablet form. The drug can be used for a single troubling symptom or a life-threatening condition. While some medications can be stopped after few days, some drugs need to be continued for prolonged period to get the benefit from it.This product is used to relieve symptoms of extra gas caused by air swallowing or certain foods/infant formulas. Acdt helps break up gas bubbles in the gut.
How to use Acdt
Shake the container well before each use. Give this product by mouth as needed, usually after meals and at bedtime, or as directed by the doctor. Follow all directions on the product package. If you are uncertain about any of the information, consult the doctor or pharmacist.
Fill the dropper to the correct dosage and squeeze the liquid slowly into the baby's mouth, towards the inner cheek. You can also measure the correct dosage with the dropper and mix it in 1 ounce of cool water, infant formula, or juice. Mix well and give the solution to your baby. The proper dosage is based on your child's age and weight.
If you are treating the child yourself (without direction from a doctor), do not use more than 12 doses of Acdt per day.
Clean the dropper well after each use and close the bottle tightly.
If your child's condition persists or worsens, or if you think there may be a serious medical problem, seek immediate medical attention.
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What other drugs will affect Acdt?
If you are taking this product under your doctor's direction, your doctor or pharmacist may already be aware of possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for them. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with your doctor or pharmacist first.
Tell your doctor of any prescription or nonprescription medications you may take, including any antacids or digestive medications since some combination products may also contain Acdt.
Acdt can decrease the absorption of thyroid medications (such as levothyroxine). If you take thyroid medication, take it at least 4 hours before or after products that contain Acdt.
This document does not contain all possible interactions. Therefore, before using this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all the products you use. Keep a list of all your medications with you, and share the list with your doctor and pharmacist.
In some cases — allergic reactions to the components of the drug.
Symptoms: signs of a violation of the metabolism of phosphorus, calcium and magnesium (weakness, bone pain, redness of the skin, inappropriate behavior).