Domperidone + Ranitidine
Information about Domperidone + Ranitidine
Domperidone + ranitidine uses
Domperidone+Ranitidine is used in the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (acid reflux) and peptic ulcer disease.
How domperidone + ranitidine works
This is a combination of two medicines: Domperidone and Ranitidine, which relieves symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
Common side effects of domperidone + ranitidine
Diarrhea, Sleepiness, Tiredness, Headache, Confusion, Muscle pain
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Expert advice for Domperidone + Ranitidine
- Domperidone + Ranitidine helps relieve acidity and heartburn.
- It is a well tolerated and safe medicine with very low incidence of side effects.
- It should be taken before meals as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor.
- Avoid taking soft drinks, citrus fruits like orange and lemon while taking this medicine. These can irritate the stomach and increase acid secretion.
- It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Domperidone + Ranitidine as it may irritate your stomach and also cause excessive drowsiness.
- Inform your doctor if you get watery diarrhea, fever, or stomach pain that does not go away.
Frequently asked questions for Domperidone + Ranitidine
Domperidone + Ranitidine
Q. What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Domperidone+Ranitidine?
Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
Q. What is the best time to take Domperidone+Ranitidine?
Take Domperidone+Ranitidine exactly as directed by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food. To prevent heartburn and acid indigestion, take it 30-60 minutes before eating food or drinking beverages as that can lead to indigestion. Follow all directions as advised.
Q. What are the serious side effects of an overdose of Domperidone+Ranitidine?
Serious side effects are rare but can occur if you take a higher than the recommended dose. You could have stomach pain that seems to be getting worse (sign of an inflamed liver or pancreas), back pain, fever, pain while peeing or blood in your urine (signs of kidney problems), rash and a slow or irregular heartbeat.