In combination with: antacidsOTC. See Appendix [not included in this PDA edition].
Assessment⬆⬇
Assess patient for abdominal pain, distention, and bowel sounds prior to and periodically throughout course of therapy. Frequency of belching and passage of flatus should also be assessed.
Implementation⬆⬇
PO: Administer after meals and at bedtime for best results. Shake liquid preparations well prior to administration. Chewable tablets should be chewed thoroughly before swallowing for faster and more complete results.
Drops can be mixed with 30 mL of cool water, infant formula, or other liquid as directed. Shake well before using.
Patient/Family Teaching⬆⬇
Explain to patient the importance of diet and exercise in the prevention of gas. Also explain that this medication does not prevent the formation of gas.
Advise patient to notify health care professional if symptoms are persistent.
Evaluation/Desired Outcomes⬆⬇
Decrease in abdominal distention and discomfort.
US Brand Names⬆⬇
Degas, Extra Strength Gas-X, Flatulex, Gas-X, Genasyme, Maximum Strength Mylanta Gas, Mylanta Gas, Mylicon, Phazyme
