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Aglodom is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Drops. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Nausea and Vomiting. Other than this, Aglodom has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Aglodom. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Aglodom also has some side effects, the most common being Dry Mouth. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Aglodom as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Aglodom 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.
In addition, Aglodom's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Aglodom related warnings talks about Aglodom's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Aglodom since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Aglodom have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Aglodom may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Aglodom is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Aglodom 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 |
| Adult |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Aglodom safe for pregnant women?
Aglodom can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Aglodom, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Aglodom safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Aglodom. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Aglodom on the Kidneys?
Aglodom can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Aglodom on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Aglodom. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Aglodom on the Heart?
Aglodom is completely safe for the heart.
Aglodom should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Aglodom unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Aglodom habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Aglodom.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Aglodom you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Aglodom is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Aglodom cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Aglodom
It is safe to take Aglodom with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Aglodom
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Aglodom with alcohol will be.
No, Aglodom does not cause erectile dysfunction. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking it. It is not a known side effect of this drug.
Aglodom contains domperidone (dopamine D2-receptor antagonist). It works by inhibiting the neurotransmitter dopamine (a chemical messenger present in our body) from acting on the vomiting center present in the brain thus preventing nausea and vomiting which provides relief to the patient from nausea and vomiting.
Yes, Aglodom can cause headache, this occurs rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown. If you experience severe headache after taking this drug, consider taking a mild painkiller, applying balms and complete rest, even after this if pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.
Aglodom 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.
No, Aglodom does not causes bloating (swollen belly after eating food which might be caused by excessive gas production). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking it. If you are experiencing bloating after taking this medicine, then try eating less spicy and fibre rich food also try to eat food in less quantity at a time. Taking probiotics or digestive enzyme supplements might be helpful in reducing bloating.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 666-667
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1310-1311
