Skip to content
Important: This site presents data from the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS). A report does not mean the drug caused the event. Full disclaimer.

DIMETHICONE: 607 Adverse Event Reports & Safety Profile

Boost Your Natural Energy & Metabolism

Mitolyn — 6 exotic plants to unlock your body's fat-burning power. 90-day guarantee.

Try Mitolyn Now
607
Total FAERS Reports
38 (6.3%)
Deaths Reported
178
Hospitalizations
607
As Primary/Secondary Suspect
50
Life-Threatening
31
Disabilities
Lidl US, LLC
Manufacturer

Drug Class: Skin Barrier Activity [PE] · Route: TOPICAL · Manufacturer: Lidl US, LLC · HUMAN OTC DRUG · FDA Label: Available

First Report: 1981 · Latest Report: 20250910

What Are the Most Common DIMETHICONE Side Effects?

#1 Most Reported
Drug ineffective
78 reports (12.9%)
#2 Most Reported
Off label use
40 reports (6.6%)
#3 Most Reported
Rash
39 reports (6.4%)

All DIMETHICONE Side Effects by Frequency

Side Effect Reports % of Total Deaths Hosp.
Drug ineffective 78 12.9% 2 18
Off label use 40 6.6% 6 26
Rash 39 6.4% 2 21
Diarrhoea 37 6.1% 1 12
Abdominal discomfort 35 5.8% 2 23
Cerebrovascular accident 35 5.8% 0 30
Nausea 35 5.8% 4 12
Flatulence 34 5.6% 3 7
Decreased appetite 33 5.4% 1 21
Malaise 31 5.1% 2 18
Pyrexia 27 4.5% 1 21
Confusional state 26 4.3% 1 25
Condition aggravated 25 4.1% 2 6
Constipation 25 4.1% 1 7
Fall 25 4.1% 1 19
Vomiting 25 4.1% 5 11
Abdominal pain 24 4.0% 3 14
Lower respiratory tract infection 24 4.0% 0 17
Abdominal distension 23 3.8% 2 8
Fatigue 23 3.8% 3 11

Who Reports DIMETHICONE Side Effects? Age & Gender Data

Gender: 68.1% female, 31.9% male. Average age: 55.9 years. Most reports from: US. View detailed demographics →

Is DIMETHICONE Getting Safer? Reports by Year

YearReportsDeathsHosp.
2000 1 0 1
2001 1 1 0
2004 2 0 1
2007 2 0 0
2009 2 0 0
2010 2 0 1
2011 1 0 0
2012 7 0 7
2013 6 0 4
2014 27 1 5
2015 39 1 9
2016 35 0 10
2017 20 2 6
2018 17 1 6
2019 25 2 8
2020 44 2 27
2021 16 0 3
2022 13 2 4
2023 23 1 7
2024 8 0 3
2025 12 0 0

View full timeline →

What Is DIMETHICONE Used For?

IndicationReports
Product used for unknown indication 211
Flatulence 118
Abdominal distension 57
Diarrhoea 20
Dry skin 12
Dry skin prophylaxis 11
Abdominal discomfort 10
Abdominal pain upper 8
Dyspepsia 8
Gastrooesophageal reflux disease 8

DIMETHICONE vs Alternatives: Which Is Safer?

DIMETHICONE vs DIMETHICONE\LOPERAMIDE DIMETHICONE vs DIMETHINDENE DIMETHICONE vs DIMETHYL DIMETHICONE vs DIMETHYL SULFONE DIMETHICONE vs DINOPROSTONE DIMETHICONE vs DINUTUXIMAB DIMETHICONE vs DINUTUXIMAB BETA DIMETHICONE vs DIOSMIN DIMETHICONE vs DIOSMIN\HESPERIDIN DIMETHICONE vs DIOVAN

Official FDA Label for DIMETHICONE

Official prescribing information from the FDA-approved drug label.

FDA Approved Uses (Indications)

Uses Uses temporaily protects and helps relieve chafed, chapped or cracked skin helps protect from the drying effects of whine and cold weather helps treat and prevent diaper rash protects minor skin irritation associated with diaper rash and helps seal out wetness

Dosage & Administration

Directions

  • drink plenty of clear fluids to help prevent dehydration caused by diarrhea
  • take only on an empty stomach (1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal)
  • take with a full (8 oz.) glass of water
  • find right dose on chart below. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise, use age. adults and children 12 years and over 2 caplets after the first loose stool; 1 caplet after each subsequent loose stool; but no more than 4 caplets in 24 hours children 9-11 years (60-95 lbs) 1 caplet after the first loose stool; 1/2 caplet after each subsequent loose stool; but no more than 3 caplets in 24 hours children 6-8 years (48-59 lbs) 1 caplet after the first loose stool; 1/2 caplet after each subsequent loose stool; but no more than 2 caplets in 24 hours children 2-5 years (34 to 47 lbs) ask a doctor children under 2 years (upto 33 lbs) do not use Other information
  • calcium: contains 142 mg/caplet
  • store between 20-25° C (68-77° F). Protect from light.
  • TAMPER EVIDENT: THIS PRODUCT PROTECTED WITH SEALED BLISTER UNITS. DO NOT USE IF ANY ARE TORN OR BROKEN.

Known Adverse Reactions

ADVERSE REACTION DISTRIBUTED BY THE KROGER CO., CINCINNATI, OHIO 45202 FOR MORE PRODUCT INFORMATION, SCAN UPC USING YOUR KROGER APP OR CALL 800-632-6900 Our brands.

Our

Guarantee. Love It or Your Money Back. www.kroger.com *Aveeno ® is a registered trademark of Johnson & Johnson Consumer Product Company, New Brunswick, New Jersey 08933. Johnson & Johnson Consumer Product Company is not affiliated with The Kroger Co. or this product. PLEASE RECYCLE

Warnings

WARNINGS Allergry alert: Do not user if you have ever had a rash or other allergic reaction to loperamide hydrochloride HEART ALERT Taking more than directed can cause serious heart problems or death. DO NOT USE

  • if you have bloody or black stool
  • if you have difficulty swallowing ASK A DOCTOR BEFORE USE IF YOU HAVE
  • fever
  • mucus in the stool
  • a history of liver disease
  • a history of abnormal heart rhythm ASK A DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST BEFORE USE IF you are taking a prescription drug. Loperamide may interact with certain prescription drugs. WHEN USING THIS PRODUCT tiredness, drowsiness or dizziness may occur. Be careful when driving or operating machinery. STOP USE AND ASK A DOCTOR IF
  • symptoms get worse
  • diarrhea lasts for more than 2 days
  • you get abdominal swelling or bulging. These may be signs of a serious condition.
  • you have difficulty swallowing the tablet If pregnant or breast-feeding , ask a health professional before use. If pregnant or breast-feeding ask a health professional before use.

Keep Out Of Reach Of Children

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)

Heart Alert

Taking more than directed can cause serious heart problems or death.

Active Ingredient

Active Ingredient Dimethicone 1%..............................Skin Protectant Petrolatum 30%..............................Skin Protectant

Inactive Ingredients

Inactive ingredients Pineapple Coconut: ozokerite, petrolatum, mineral oil, octyldodecanol, ethylhexyl palmitate, polyglyceryl-6 octastearate, cetearyl alcohol, flavor, polyglyceryl-6 polyricinoleate, sea water, VP/eicosene copolymer, ammonium glycyrrhizate, ananas sativus (pineapple) fruit extract, butylene glycol, carthamus tinctorius (safflower) seed oil, cetearyl glucoside, cocos nucifera (coconut) extract, ethylhexylglycerin, hyaluronic acid, limnanthes alba (meadowfoam) seed oil, menthol, nannochloropsis oculata extract, pentylene glycol, phenoxyethanol, phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate, porphyra umbilicalis extract, silanetriol, silybum marianum seed oil, tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate [vitamin C], tocopheryl acetate [vitamin E]

Peach

Mango: ozokerite, petrolatum, mineral oil, octyldodecanol, ethylhexyl palmitate, polyglyceryl-6 octastearate, cetearyl alcohol, flavor, polyglyceryl-6 polyricinoleate, sea water, VP/eicosene copolymer, ammonium glycyrrhizate, butylene glycol, carthamus tinctorius (safflower) seed oil, cetearyl glucoside, ethylhexylglycerin, hyaluronic acid, limnanthes alba (meadowfoam) seed oil, mangifera indica (mango) fruit extract, menthol, nannochloropsis oculata extract, pentylene glycol, phenoxyethanol, phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate, porphyra umbilicalis extract, prunus persica (peach) fruit extract, silanetriol, silybum marianum seed oil, tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate [vitamin C], tocopheryl acetate [vitamin E]

Strawberry

Kiwi: ozokerite, petrolatum, mineral oil, octyldodecanol, ethylhexyl palmitate, polyglyceryl-6 octastearate, cetearyl alcohol, flavor, polyglyceryl-6 polyricinoleate, sea water, VP/eicosene copolymer, actinidia chinesis (kiwi) fruit extract, ammonium glycyrrhizate, butylene glycol, carthamus tinctorius (safflower) seed oil, cetearyl glucoside, ethylhexylglycerin, fragaria vesca (strawberry) fruit extract, hyaluronic acid, limnanthes alba (meadowfoam) seed oil, menthol, nannochloropsis oculata extract, pentylene glycol, phenoxyethanol, phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate, porphyra umbilicalis extract, silanetriol, silybum marianum seed oil, tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate [vitamin C], tocopheryl acetate [vitamin E] Questions? 1-877-636-2677 MON-FRI 9 AM to 5 PM (EST) softlips.com