* 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.
70 ounces. If you would like to calculate your body weight and daily fluid requirements using the metric system, please use this formula. 1  For the first 10kg (kilogram) of body weight the daily fluid intake required is 100cc (or mL) per kg. 2  For the next 10kg of body weight, the fluid required is an additional 50 cc/kg.