The active ingredient in Gas-X is simethicone. Simethicone is the #1 doctor-recommended OTC ingredient for fast gas relief - it helps break up gas bubbles in your stomach and intestines. Once this trapped gas is broken down, your body can then get rid of the gas naturally.

Ingredients. In Each Tablet: Active Ingredients: Simethicone (125 mg), Antigas. Inactive Ingredients: Calcium Phosphate Tribasic, Colloidal Silicon Dioxide, D&C Red 30 Aluminum Lake, Dextrose, Flavors, Maltodextrin, Propylene Glycol, Soy Protein Isolate.

Over-the-counter gas remedies include:

• Pepto-Bismol.
• Activated charcoal.
• Simethicone.
• Lactase enzyme (Lactaid or Dairy Ease)
• Beano.

It is used to treat indigestion and associated symptoms such as feelings of fullness, dyspepsia, and nausea. It also helps to relieve symptoms such as belching, abdominal distension (bloating), and flatulence.

It is safe to take simethicone on a daily basis, as long as you do not take more than 2 soft gels (500 mg) in 24 hours. If your symptoms are not relieved from taking simethicone daily, reach out to your healthcare provider.

The bottom line. Gas-X is a safe OTC medication that works quickly to minimize bloating. It's safe to use with minimal side effects and drug interactions. While Gas-X can improve bloating, knowing what causes your bloating is important.

Self care

1. Try smaller portions. Many of the foods that can cause gas are part of a healthy diet.
2. Eat slowly, chew your food thoroughly and don't gulp.
3. Avoid chewing gum, sucking on hard candies and drinking through a straw.
4. Check your dentures.
5. Don't smoke.
6. Exercise.

Take one tablet, thrice daily, after food.

The bottom line. Gas-X is a safe OTC medication that works quickly to minimize bloating. It's safe to use with minimal side effects and drug interactions. While Gas-X can improve bloating, knowing what causes your bloating is important.

It is safe to take simethicone on a daily basis, as long as you do not take more than 2 soft gels (500 mg) in 24 hours. If your symptoms are not relieved from taking simethicone daily, reach out to your healthcare provider.

Dosage: Take 2-3 tablets daily after meals or as directed by your doctor.

Simethicone: This is known as Gas-X or Mylanta and helps break up the bubbles in gas and helps move it along the digestive tract. Activated charcoal: Also known as CharcoCaps or Actidose-Aqua. Activated charcoal helps reduce gas pain if taken before your meal.