What are over-the-counter medications for gas?
ANSWER
Over-the-counter medications include:
- Antacids -- especially those that contain simethicone
- Probiotics -- used to help kill bad bacteria and add good bacteria to the digestive tract
- Lactase products such as Lactaid and Dairy Ease -- may help people with lactose intolerance
- Beano -- contains the enzyme that helps digest sugars in beans and many other vegetables
Reviewed by Minesh Khatri on February 15, 2020
SOURCE:
National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse.
SOURCE:
National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse.
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