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Flatuna 40Mg Tablet

Manufacturer :  Meridian Enterprises Pvt Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Simethicone
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Flatuna 40Mg Tablet

Flatuna 40Mg Tablet is used to treat functional gastric bloating, belching and to relieve pressure flatulence and gas from the digestive system. It helps to break up gas bubbles, making it easier to eliminate and thus giving it anti-flatulent properties.

Use this drug as directed by your doctor or at bedtime or after meals orally. The drug may decrease the effectiveness of thyroid medication. So take the medication around 4 hours before or after having your meals.

There is no proof whether it passes into breast milk or not; consult your doctor first if you’re breastfeeding. Let your doctor know if you are on any dietary supplement, herbal medicine or any other prescription or non-prescription medicine.

It has been seen that when taken in small doses, there have been no common side effects seen. If any severe allergic reaction emerges, contact your doctor immediately.

    What are the uses of Flatuna 40Mg Tablet

    • Bloating

    • Flatulence

    • Excessive Air Or Gas In Stomach

    What are the contraindications of Flatuna 40Mg Tablet ?

    • Hypersensitivity

    What are the side effects of Flatuna 40Mg Tablet ?

    • Coating On Tongue

    Key highlights of Flatuna 40Mg Tablet

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      It is usually safe to consume alcohol with Flatuna 40Mg Tablet, still doctor consultation is recommended.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      This medicine does not cause any harm to the fetus, but there is no scientific evidence to certify it. Hence, it is best to consult a doctor before consuming it during pregnancy. It is best to be administered orally.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      There is no interaction between driving and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      If you miss a dose of Simethicone, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

    How does this medication work?

    Flatuna 40Mg Tablet is an antifoaming and antiflatulent agent which decreases gas in the GI tract by decreasing the surface tension of gas bubbles thus allowing them to coalesce and be expelled.

      What are the interactions of Flatuna 40Mg Tablet ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Medicine

        No data reported
      • Interaction with Food

        Avoid carbonated beverages and gas-forming foods and should be administered after meals.

      FAQs about Flatuna 40Mg Tablet

      • Ques : What is Flatuna 40mg tablet?

        Ans : Flatuna 40 mg tablet belongs to a medicine group that contains Simethicone and helps in relieving pressure and gas from the digestive system.

      • Ques : What is the use of flatuna 40mg tablet?

        Ans : Flatuna 40 mg tablet is used to treat conditions like abdominal pain and stomach discomfort. It is also used prior to endoscopic and radiologic examinations. Flatuna 40 mg tablet helps to eliminate gas and stomach disorders. This medicine helps to enhance visualization.

      • Ques : What are the side effects of Flatuna 40mg tablet?

        Ans : Flatuna 40 mg tablet has many common side effects such as Vomiting and dry mouth. There are some serious side effects of this medicine like chills, diarrhea and loose motions. In case of patients having any of the side effects or issues like Headache, abdominal disorders and constipation. It is advised to stop the consumption of Flatuna 40 mg tablet and contact to doctor as soon as possible.

      • Ques : For what treatment Flatuna 40mg tablet used for?

        Ans : Flatuna 40 mg tablet is used in conditions like endoscopic and radiologic examinations. It is also used for abdominal pain and stomach discomforts. Flatuna 40 mg tablet helps to eliminate gas and stomach disorders. This medicine helps to enhance visualization.

      • Ques : How long do I need to use flatuna 40mg tablet before I see improvement in my condition?

        Ans : In most of the cases, the average time taken by this medication to reach its peak effect is around 1 to 3 days, before noticing an improvement in the condition. But the same duration is not mandatory for everyone and so, it is not a standard time period for this medication's action. Please consult your doctor, for the time period you need to consume this medication.

      • Ques : At what frequency do I need to use flatuna 40mg tablet?

        Ans : This medication is generally used twice or thrice a day, as the time interval to which this medication has an impact, is around 8 to 12 hours, but it is not the standard frequency, for using this medication. It is advised to consult your doctor before the usage, as the frequency also depends on the patient's condition.

      • Ques : Should I use flatuna 40mg tablet empty stomach, before food or after food?

        Ans : This medication is advised to be consumed orally. The salts involved in this medication react properly if it is taken after having food. If you take it on an empty stomach, it might upset the stomach. Please consult the doctor before using it.

      • Ques : What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of flatuna 40mg tablet?

        Ans : This medication contains salts which are suitable to store below 25c temperature, as keeping this medication above that, can cause an inadequate effect. Protect it from moisture and light. Keep this medication away from the reach of children. It is advised to dispose of the expired or unused medication, for avoiding its inadequate effect.

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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