Antiflatulent Agent

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Antiflatulent Agent Definition

Natural or synthetic compounds usually administered orally, Antiflatulent Agents relieve or prevent flatulence, excess gas in the stomach and intestines, by adsorbing the gas, stimulating intestinal elimination of gas, or preventing gas formation. Alpha-galactosidase and activated charcoal are used against flatulence. (NCI04)

Antiflatulent Agent Synonyms

Antiflatulent Agent

Terms in Antiflatulent Agent category

Simethicone