Antifoaming Agents
- Name
- Antifoaming Agents
- Accession Number
- DBCAT001607
- Description
Agents used to prevent the formation of foam or to treat flatulence or bloat.
- Drugs
Drug Drug Description Simethicone An anti-flatulence agent used to relieve pressure, bloating, and symptoms referred to as gas. Activated charcoal A gastric decontamination agent used in emergency clinical settings as a antidote to treat poisonings following excessive oral ingestion of certain medications or poisons. Dimethicone An ingredient used to treat dry and irritated eyes. Peppermint oil An ingredient used in a variety of natural health products and is not an approved medication. Tilactase A beta-D-galactosidase use to treat lactose intolerance. Octylphenoxy polyethoxyethanol Not Available - Drugs & Drug Targets
Drug Target Type Peppermint oil Cytochrome P450 1A2 enzyme Peppermint oil Cytochrome P450 3A4 enzyme Tilactase Lactose target Octylphenoxy polyethoxyethanol Troponin C, skeletal muscle target