Gas-X Side Effects

Generic Name: simethicone

Please note - some side effects for Gas-X may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch/ or 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088).

Side Effects of Gas-X - for the Consumer

Gas-X Extra Strength

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. When used in small doses, no COMMON side effects have been reported with Gas-X Extra Strength. Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Gas-X Extra Strength:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue).

Gas-X Chewable Tablets

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. When used in small doses, no COMMON side effects have been reported with Gas-X Chewable Tablets. Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Gas-X Chewable Tablets:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue).

Gas-X Extra Strength Liquid

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. When used in small doses, no COMMON side effects have been reported with Gas-X Extra Strength Liquid. Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Gas-X Extra Strength Liquid:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue).

Gas-X Infant Drops Liquid Drops

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. When used in small doses, no COMMON side effects have been reported with Gas-X Infant Drops Liquid Drops. Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Gas-X Infant Drops Liquid Drops:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue).

Side Effects by Body System

General

Simethicone has no known side effects.

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