Gastrip Orally Disintegrating Strip
Product introduction
Gastrip Orally Disintegrating Strip is used in the treatment of bloating and abdominal pain. It relieves discomfort and pain caused by excessive gas in the stomach and intestines in conditions such as flatulence and post operative gaseous distention.
Gastrip Orally Disintegrating Strip is used to relieve excess gas in the intestine.
Gastrip Orally Disintegrating Strip is used to relieve excess gas in the intestine.
Uses of Gastrip Disintegrating Strip
Benefits of Gastrip Disintegrating Strip
In Bloating
Bloating refers to excessive buildup of gas in your stomach. Gastrip Orally Disintegrating Strip helps in easy passage of gas and thus reduces bloating and discomfort. Some simple lifestyle changes can help stop or reduce bloating. Think about what foods trigger bloating and try to avoid them; eat smaller, more frequent meals; try to lose weight if you are overweight and try to find ways to relax. Do not eat within 3 to 4 hours of going to bed.
In Abdominal pain
Gastrip Orally Disintegrating Strip effectively relieves abdominal pain due to excess gas formation in the stomach. It breaks gas bubbles and thus helps in the easy passage of gas. This reduces pain as well as cramps, bloating and discomfort. Take Gastrip Orally Disintegrating Strip with food or as directed by your doctor.
Side effects of Gastrip Disintegrating Strip
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Gastrip
- Upset stomach
- Diarrhea
How to use Gastrip Disintegrating Strip
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not handle the strips/film with wet hands. Keep it in your mouth but do not swallow it. Gastrip Orally Disintegrating Strip is to be taken with food.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Gastrip Orally Disintegrating Strip. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Gastrip Orally Disintegrating Strip is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Gastrip Orally Disintegrating Strip is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Gastrip Orally Disintegrating Strip does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Gastrip Orally Disintegrating Strip in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Gastrip Orally Disintegrating Strip in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
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Quick tips
- It is better to take with food or at bedtime.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Poly(Dimethylsiloxane)
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Anti-foaming agent
Patient concerns
FAQs
Q. Is Gastrip Orally Disintegrating Strip antacid?
No. Gastrip Orally Disintegrating Strip is not an antacid. But it is used in preparations which are used as antacid
Q. Is Gastrip Orally Disintegrating Strip available over the counter?
Yes. Gastrip Orally Disintegrating Strip is sold over the counter without a prescription
Q. Is Gastrip Orally Disintegrating Strip gluten free?
Yes. Gastrip Orally Disintegrating Strip is gluten free. However, please refer to package insert of the prescribed brand before use
Q. Is Gastrip Orally Disintegrating Strip safe?
Yes. Gastrip Orally Disintegrating Strip is relatively safe
Q. Is Gastrip Orally Disintegrating Strip safe for babies?
Gastrip Orally Disintegrating Strip is safe for infants and babies, if used as recommended. In case of any side-effects, consult your doctor
Q. Is it safe to take Gastrip Orally Disintegrating Strip daily?
It is advisable to take Gastrip Orally Disintegrating Strip only as per the instructions of the doctor
Q. Is Gastrip Orally Disintegrating Strip good for gas?
Yes. Gastrip Orally Disintegrating Strip is effective in the treatment of gas
Q. Does it have any side effects?
It does not have any known serious side-effects
Q. Can I take simethicone with ibuprofen, famotidine, lansoprazole, omeprazole, antibiotics, ranitidine, ciprofloxacin, Pepto-bismol, or Depakote?
Yes. Simethicone can be taken with ibuprofen, famotidine, lansoprazole, omeprazole, antibiotics, ranitidine, ciprofloxacin, Pepto-bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) or Depakote (divalproate sodium), if prescribed by your doctor
Q. Does Gastrip Orally Disintegrating Strip cause nausea or constipation?
Gastrip Orally Disintegrating Strip is not known to cause nausea or constipation. If you experience any such symptoms, please consult your doctor
Q. Is Gastrip Orally Disintegrating Strip effective against acid reflux?
Gastrip Orally Disintegrating Strip is effective in controlling acid reflux if combined with an antacid.
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Marketer details
Name: Shilpa Medicare Ltd
Address: 12-6-214/A1, Hyderabad Road, Raichur – 584 135, Karnataka, India.
Country of origin: India
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