Is there a prescription drug for excessive gas?

Simethicone is used to treat the symptoms of gas such as uncomfortable or painful pressure, fullness, and bloating. This medication is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

What is the best prescription medication for gas?

And now, with 500mg in 1 pill available, Phazyme® is the strongest anti-gas medication available in treating the bloating, pressure and discomfort of gas.

What do doctors prescribe for gas?

Simethicone (Gas-X, Mylanta Gas Minis, others) helps break up the bubbles in gas and may help gas pass through your digestive tract.

Is there prescription simethicone?

Simethicone is available without a prescription. This product is available in the following dosage forms: Capsule, Liquid Filled. Tablet, Chewable.

How can I get free trapped gas?

Here are some quick ways to expel trapped gas, either by burping or passing gas.

1. Move. Walk around.
2. Massage. Try gently massaging the painful spot.
3. Yoga poses. Specific yoga poses can help your body relax to aid the passing of gas.
4. Liquids. Drink noncarbonated liquids.
5. Herbs.
6. Bicarbonate of soda.
7. Apple cider vinegar.

What is the strongest anti gas medicine?

And now, with both 180mg and 250mg strengths available, Phazyme® is the strongest anti-gas medication available in treating the bloating, pressure and discomfort of gas.

What is the best medicine to relieve gas?

Medicines containing Simethicone such as Gelusil, Mylicon, Mylanta, and Gas-X are helpful in breaking up the bubbles created in gas. They are widely in use across the globe, as they provide immediate relief.

What medications cause excessive gas?

Excessive gas may be a side effect of certain medications, such as acarbose (Precose), a medication used to treat type 2 diabetes, or those that contain the sugars sorbitol or lactulose. Fiber supplements may also cause flatulence.

What is the best OTC medication for gas?

Simethicone is an over-the-counter (OTC) drug that treats symptoms of gas, which may include painful pressure, fullness, and bloating. The medication is in the antiflatulent class of drugs. It works by changing the surface tension of gas bubbles in the stomach and intestines.