What is Rennie Deflatine?
Rennie Deflatine is a treatment for trapped wind and acid reflux containing calcium carbonate, magnesium carbonate and simeticone. These mint flavour tablets quickly and effectively reduce the symptoms of trapped wind with no embarrassment.
Is Rennie Deflatine right for me?
Is Rennie Deflatine suitable for pregnant or breastfeeding women?
Pregnant and breastfeeding women are safe to take Rennie Deflatine, as long as they’re taken as instructed. If you need any further advice, feel free to contact a pharmacist.
Can children take these tablets?
No, Rennie Deflatine is not recommended for use in children under 12. If your child is suffering with trapped wind, contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice or browse our range of trapped wind treatments for suitable alternatives.
When should Rennie Deflatine not be used?
Rennie Deflatine tablets are usually suitable for most adults and children over 12. However, you must not take Rennie Deflatine if you:
Have severe kidney disease
Have high calcium in the urine or kidney stones
Have high calcium or phosphate levels in the blood
Are allergic to any of the ingredients
It is best to take Rennie tablets 1-2 hours after any other medicines to maximise the benefit of all medicines being used. Consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking these trapped wind tablets if you take any of the following medicines:
Tetracyclines and quinolones (antibiotics)
Levothyroxine (a thyroid hormone)
Eltrombopag (used to increase the number of platelets)
Digoxin (used for some heart conditions)
Thiazide diuretics (water tablets to treat fluid retention and high blood pressure)
Fluorides (for preventing dental caries)
Phosphates (for clearing the bowel before a surgical procedure)
Iron supplements
Rennie Deflatine contains sorbitol (E420). If you have been told you may be intolerant to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking these trapped wind tablets.
Are there any side effects?
As with all medicines, these tablets can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. As long as you take the recommended dose as instructed, you’re unlikely to experience any side effects at all from Rennie Deflatine.
Rarely, allergic reactions have been reported. If you experience any of the following signs of an allergic reaction, stop treatment immediately and seek medical advice:
Rash
Itching
Difficulty breathing
Swelling of the face, mouth or throat
Anaphylactic shock (symptoms of which are low blood pressure, shock, palpitations, difficulty breathing, bronchospasm, skin reactions, abdominal pain or cramps, vomiting and diarrhoea)
Long term use in high doses can cause high blood levels of calcium and magnesium, especially in people with kidney conditions. Symptoms of this may include:
Nausea
Vomiting
Upset stomach
Diarrhoea
Tiredness
Muscular weakness
Headache
Kidney problems
Impaired sense of taste
In exceptionally rare cases, long term use in high doses can lead to milk alkali syndrome, which can cause high blood levels of calcium.
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