* An anti-foaming agent. Functions: Simethicone is an anti-foaming agent created by combining Dimethicone and Silica. It is often seen as an ingredient in anti-gas OTC medications such as Mylanta and Maalox, because of its ability to decreases the surface tension of gas bubbles and lessen gas pain, according to Wikipedia.
The usual dose is 30 mg per kg of body weight per day, divided and given every 12 hours. For treatment of gonorrhea: Adults, teenagers, and children weighing 40 kilograms (kg) or moreâ3-grams (g) taken as a single dose.
Children's Dosing in Relation to Body Weight Body weight Usual dosage 2.3 kg 3 drops 3.4 kg 4 drops 5 kg 5 drops 7 kg 6 drops 10 kg 0.25 tsp (0.031 mg) or 8 drops 15 kg 11 drops 20 kg 0.5 tsp (0.063 mg) 40 kg 0.75 tsp (0.094 mg) 50 kg 1 tsp (0.125 mg) Adult.