1 If bleeding occurs from the wound, cover with a gauze or towel and apply firm direct pressure without letting go for 5 full minutes by the clock. 2  This gives time for a clot to form. 3  If this does not stop bleeding, return to the hospital promptly.
* 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.
Simethicone was approved by the FDA in 1952. PRESCRIBED FOR: Simethicone relieves abdominal pain due to excessive gas in the digestive tract. It also is given to patients undergoing upper abdominal ultrasound imaging. SIDE EFFECTS: Side effects may include: 1  diarrhea, 2  nausea, 3  vomiting, and. 4  headache.