What is Gascon?
Gascon is a brand medication that contains Dimethicone, which belongs to a class of medications called antiflatulents. It works by reducing the foaming of the stomach and therefore is used to relieve stomach gas and bloating in adults and children.
How to use it?
Gascon is available as tablets. For the relief of bloating, the usual dose is 40-80mg 3 times a day, after and in-between meals.
What are the side effects of Gascon?
There are no reported common side effects.
Who should not take Gascon?
- People who are allergic to Gascon or its components.
Pharmacist Tips:
- Do not exceed 240mg in a day. If symptoms do not improve, speak to your doctor or pharmacist as it could be a more serious condition.
Common dosing schedule:
Take after food or in-between meals.
This schedule is for reference only, adjustments may be made according to individual needs.
Some common medications Gascon may interact with:
Gascon has no known interactions with common medications.
Where to buy Gascon in Hong Kong?
In Hong Kong, Gascon is an over-the-counter medicine and can be purchased without a prescription from any retail outlet in Hong Kong. This includes grocery stores, convenience stores, medicine shops, and pharmacies. It can also be obtained from doctors. To find a pharmacy near you, refer to the list of pharmacies (“Authorized Sellers of Poisons”) from the Hong Kong Department of Health.
For more information about drug names and ingredients, you can visit Hong Kong’s Drug Office at https://www.drugoffice.gov.hk
Need more information?
For detailed information about the use of Gascon in children, pregnancy and breastfeeding, and for questions about drug interactions, please check with your pharmacist or doctor.
Disclaimer: our goal is to provide you with the most relevant drug information and common dosage for Hong Kong. This information does not constitute medical advice. For specific treatment recommendations and advice, always discuss with your doctor or pharmacist, and follow the instructions included with your specific medicine.
- 40mg (Tablets)
- 20mg/ml (Oral Drops)