Domperidone + Lansoprazole
Information about Domperidone + Lansoprazole
Domperidone + lansoprazole uses
Domperidone+Lansoprazole is used in the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (acid reflux) and peptic ulcer disease.
How domperidone + lansoprazole works
This is a combination of two medicines: Domperidone and Lansoprazole. Domperidone is a prokinetic which works on the upper digestive tract to increase the movement of the stomach and intestines, allowing the food to move more easily through the stomach. Lansoprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) which works by reducing the amount of acid in the stomach which helps in the relief of acid-related indigestion and heartburn.
Common side effects of domperidone + lansoprazole
Diarrhea, Dryness in mouth, Headache, Dizziness, Rash, Flatulence, Increased liver enzymes, Nausea, Vomiting, Constipation, Abdominal pain, Fundic gland polyps, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Edema (swelling), Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation), Blurred vision, Dermatitis, Bone fracture, Decreased blood cell count, Hypersensitivity, Decreased sodium level in blood, Depression, Taste change, Bronchospasm, Gastrointestinal candidiasis, Hepatitis (viral infection of liver)
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Expert advice for Domperidone + Lansoprazole
- You have been prescribed Domperidone + Lansoprazole for the treatment of acidity and heartburn.
- Take it one hour before the meal, preferably in the morning.
- It is a well-tolerated medicine and provides relief for a long time.
- Inform your doctor if you get watery diarrhea, fever or stomach pain that does not go away.
- Inform your doctor if you do not feel better after taking it for 14 days as you may be suffering from some other problem that needs attention.
- Long-term use can cause weak bones and deficiency of minerals such as magnesium. Take adequate dietary intake of calcium and magnesium or their supplements as prescribed by your doctor.