Domperidone
Information about Domperidone
Domperidone uses
How domperidone works
Domperidone is a prokinetic. It works on the region in the brain that controls vomiting. It also acts on the upper digestive tract to increase the movement of the stomach and intestines, allowing food to move more easily through the stomach.
Common side effects of domperidone
Headache, Dryness in mouth, Diarrhea, Rash, Sleepiness, Agitation, Breast pain, Anxiety, Breast tenderness, Loss of libido, Itching, Unusual production of breast milk in women and men, Weakness, Anaphylactic reaction, Convulsion, Nervousness, Extrapyramidal symptoms, Ventricular arrhythmia, Angioedema (swelling of deeper layers of skin), Urinary retention, Abnormal liver function tests, Increased prolactin level in blood
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Expert advice for Domperidone
- Domperidone helps relieve nausea, vomiting, and indigestion.
- It should be taken before meals as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor.
- It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Domperidone as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
- Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
- Inform your doctor if you get watery diarrhea, fever, or stomach pain that does not go away.
- Do not take it for longer than 7 days without consulting your doctor.
Frequently asked questions for Domperidone
Domperidone
Q. What is Domperidone used for?
Domperidone is used for the treatment of nausea (feeling sick) and vomiting as and when recommended by your doctor.
Q. Is Domperidone an over the counter drug?
Domperidone is not an over-the-counter (OTC) medicine and it is not advisable to take it without a prescription.
Q. Does Domperidone cause weight gain?
Weight gain has not been reported with the use of Domperidone. If you notice any abnormal weight gain while using Domperidone, please talk to your doctor.