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How many times can you have Gelusil?
Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about how to schedule your medications to prevent this problem. If your acid problems persist or worsen after you have used this product for 1 week, or if you think you have a serious medical problem, seek immediate medical attention.
Is Gelusil safe?
Is Gelusil® safe? Gelusil® is safe for occasional heartburn sufferers. It’s also safe for frequent heartburn sufferers who take Nexium®, Prevacid®, Prilosec OTC®, and other 24-hour PPI acid reducers. As with all medications, ask your doctor if you have questions.
Is Gelusil good for gas trouble?
Gelusil® provides gas pressure relief — and relief from heartburn symptoms, too. The American College of Gastroenterology suggests that simethicone — the active anti-gas ingredient in Gelusil® — may help to prevent excessive belching. Simethicone actively works to break down gas bubbles, alleviating painful pressure.
Is Gelusil good for acid reflux?
Multi-symptom antacid/anti-gas: Gelusil® immediately helps relieve heartburn, acid indigestion, bloating, and gas. Gelusil® also treats breakthrough heartburn when symptoms flare up between doses of 24-hour medications.
Can I take Gelusil twice a day?
Chew one tablet completely and swallow as needed to stop/prevent the symptoms of heartburn and indigestion, or take as directed by your doctor. Do not swallow the tablets whole.Do not take more than 2 tablets within 24 hours.
How long Gelusil can be taken?
Do not take this medicine at maximum doses for longer than 2 weeks in a row. An antacid is usually taken for a short time until your symptoms clear up. Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve within 2 weeks of taking this medicine.
How long can I take Gelusil?
Does Gelusil affect kidney?
decreased kidney function. diarrhea. low amount of phosphate in the blood.
Can we eat Gelusil everyday?
Gelusil® is strong enough for occasional, everyday heartburn relief — including nighttime heartburn. And it’s safe enough to take with 24-hour heartburn medications — like Nexium®, Prevacid®, and Prilosec OTC® — if symptoms flare up between doses.
Is it OK to take antacids everyday?
While antacids can help alleviate heartburn symptoms, it’s usually only meant to be used on an as-needed (and not daily) basis. You’re more likely to take a combination of antacids and other medications to not only treat heartburn symptoms, but to prevent them in the first place.
Can I take two Gelusil tablet?
Do not take more than the maximum dose recommended on the medicine label. Do not take this medicine at maximum doses for longer than 2 weeks in a row. An antacid is usually taken for a short time until your symptoms clear up. Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve within 2 weeks of taking this medicine.
What is the side effects of Gelusil tablet?
COMMON side effects
- constipation.
- taste impairment.
- nausea.
- vomiting.
- stomach cramps.
- diarrhea.
What should I know about gelusil before taking it?
Before taking this medicine. It is not known whether Gelusil will harm an unborn baby. Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant. Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are breast-feeding a baby. Do not give this medicine to a child younger than 12 years old without medical advice.
What should I do if I overdose on gelusil?
Keep a list of all your medications with you, and share the list with your doctor and pharmacist. Does Gelusil interact with other drugs you are taking? If someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble breathing, call 911. Otherwise, call a poison control center right away.
Is gelusil safe for pregnant or breast-feeding women?
It is not known whether Gelusil will harm an unborn baby. Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant. Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are breast-feeding a baby. Do not give this medicine to a child younger than 12 years old without medical advice.
What is Simethicone gelusil used for?
Simethicone allows gas bubbles in the stomach and intestines to come together more easily, which allows for easier passage of gas. Gelusil is a combination medicine used to treat heartburn, acid indigestion, upset stomach, and bloating caused by gas. Gelusil may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.