Colikwin Drop 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.
Colikwin Drop prevents the formation and accumulation of gas. It also facilitates the passage of gas and allows patients to excrete a greater volume of gas thereby reduces uncomfortable or painful pressure in the stomach and intestines.
This medicine is taken with meals preferably at bedtime in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor and doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
Colikwin Drop may cause some common side effects like diarrhea and stomach upset. Earlier taking this medicine, you should let your doctor know if you have kidney problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine.
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
Warning & Precautions:
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Colikwin Drop. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Colikwin Drop 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
Colikwin Drop 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
Colikwin Drop does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Colikwin Drop in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Colikwin Drop in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
FAQs:
Q. Is Colikwin Drop antacid?
No. Colikwin Drop is not an antacid. But it is used in preparations which are used as antacid
Q. Is Colikwin Drop available over the counter?
Affirmative. Colikwin Drop is sold over the counter without a prescription
Q. Is Colikwin Drop gluten free?
Affirmative. Colikwin Drop is gluten free. However, please refer to package insert of the prescribed brand before use
Q. Is Colikwin Drop safe?
Affirmative. Colikwin Drop is relatively safe
Q. Is Colikwin Drop safe for babies?
Colikwin Drop 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 Colikwin Drop daily?
It is advisable to take Colikwin Drop only as per the instructions of the doctor
Q. Is Colikwin Drop good for gas?
Affirmative. Colikwin Drop 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?
Affirmative. 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 Colikwin Drop cause nausea or constipation?
Colikwin Drop is not known to cause nausea or constipation. If you experience any such symptoms, please consult your doctor
Q. Is Colikwin Drop effective against acid reflux?
Colikwin Drop is effective in controlling acid reflux if combined with an antacid.
Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)
Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H
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