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Acipant Dsr, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Capsule. Other than this, Acipant Dsr has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Acipant Dsr depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Acipant Dsr are Headache, Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Acipant Dsr have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Acipant Dsr are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Acipant Dsr is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Acipant Dsr's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Acipant Dsr can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Acipant Dsr in conditions like Liver Disease, Osteoporosis, Kidney Disease.
Besides this, Acipant Dsr may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Acipant Dsr, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Acipant Dsr is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Geriatric |
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Is the use of Acipant Dsr safe for pregnant women?
Acipant D SR shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Acipant Dsr safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Acipant D SR may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Acipant D SR should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Acipant Dsr on the Kidneys?
Acipant D SR may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Acipant Dsr on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Acipant D SR. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Acipant D SR only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Acipant Dsr on the Heart?
Acipant D SR is rarely harmful for the heart.
Acipant Dsr should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Acipant Dsr unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Acipant Dsr habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Acipant Dsr is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Acipant Dsr. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Acipant Dsr only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Acipant Dsr is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Acipant Dsr
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Acipant Dsr, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Acipant Dsr
Information about the interaction of Acipant Dsr and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Acipant D SR is a brand name for domperidone. It is a prescription drug which belongs to the class of medication known as antiemetics (dopamine D2-receptor antagonist). It is mainly used for the treatment of nausea, vomiting, bloating and stomach fullness. It is also used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by certain medication used to treat Parkinson's disease.
Yes, Acipant D SR has been reported to cause diarrhoea but this occurs in a few cases only. It is a common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug, discuss your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Yes, Acipant D SR can cause constipation. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe constipation after taking this drug then inform your doctor and take precautionary methods such as eating fibrous foods to avoid constipation.
Yes, Acipant D SR can help to reduce gas (flatulence) by preventing acidity (through decreasing the release of acid in your stomach) and facilitating gastric emptying.
Yes, Acipant D SR has been reported to cause rashes or itching but this occurs in a few cases only. It is a common side effect of this medicine. If you experience excessive itching then consult it with your doctor immediately.
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