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WINDSETLERS

Active substance: SIMETICONE

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Important information about some of the ingredients

6. Further information
What is in this medicine
The active ingredient per capsule is: simeticone 100mg. The other ingredients are: gelatin, glycerin (E422), titanium dioxide (E171), sodium ethyl parahydroxybenzoate (E215), sodium propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E217), purified water, colours: green S (E142), quinoline yellow lake (E104).

WindSetlers
(simeticone)
Read the leaflet before you use this medicine. It includes other information which might be especially important for you. Keep this leaflet. You may need to read it again. Ask your pharmacist if you need any more information or advice. If you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.

This product contains hydroxybenzoates which may cause allergic reactions (possibly delayed).

3. How to use this medicine
Take this medicine by mouth.

Adults, the elderly and children
Take one or two capsules 3 or 4 times a day or as required.

What the medicine looks like
WindSetlers are pale green cloudy oval gelatine capsules. They are supplied in blister packs of 8 and 24 capsules.

If you take too many
If you accidentally take too many, see a doctor straight away. Take the pack with you to show which medicine you have swallowed.

1. What the medicine is for
The capsules relieve the symptoms of flatulence (wind), wind pains, a swollen stomach and other symptoms associated with intestinal gas. WindSetlers contain simeticone which breaks down the bubbles of gas in the stomach to help eliminate gas and ease wind.

Marketing authorisation holder and manufacturer
Thornton and Ross Ltd., Huddersfield, HD7 5QH, UK. This leaflet was revised in December 2011 WindSetlers is a trade mark of Thornton and Ross Ltd.

4. Possible side effects
There are no known side effects from using this medicine when used as directed. If you notice any side effects, stop use and tell your doctor or pharmacist. They will tell you what to do.

2. Before you use this medicine
Do not use the medicine if you or your child have.
An allergy to any of the ingredients listed in section 6.

5. Storing this medicine
Keep it out of the reach and sight of children. Do not store above 25C. Protect from moisture. Do not use after the expiry date shown on the carton. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month. Medicine should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of any unused medicine. These measures will help to protect the environment.

Pregnant or breastfeeding.
Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using this medicine if you are pregnant, might be pregnant or are breastfeeding. WindSetlers should not be used in pregnancy unless the doctor has told you to do so.

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Source: Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency

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