Gas-X (Simethicone) Guide for Gas and Bloating
Gas-X contains simethicone, an over-the-counter medicine used to relieve gas, bloating, and pressure in the stomach or intestines. It works by breaking up gas bubbles so they can be passed more easily.
Gas-X can help with gas and bloating when used as directed on the package. Check the label for your specific product and age group, and ask a doctor or pharmacist if symptoms are severe, persistent, or accompanied by other concerns.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 217263
- Generic
- Gas-X
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Do not use this information to diagnose yourself or to replace a physician's advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before starting, stopping, or changing any medication. If you believe you are experiencing a medical emergency, call your local emergency number immediately.
Official drug label
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Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed July 26, 2026. · Read our editorial policy