Avom: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Avom Information

Avom is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Nausea and Vomiting. Secondary and off-label uses of Avom have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Avom. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Avom include Dry Mouth. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Avom can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Avom normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Avom's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. It is important to know if Avom has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Avom related warnings section.

Avom is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Avom contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Avom have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that Avom is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Avom Benefits & Uses
Avom Dosage & How to Take
Avom Side Effects
Avom Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Avom with Other Drugs
Avom Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Avom
Avom Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Avom Benefits & Uses

Avom is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Nausea and Vomiting (Read More - Home remedies for nausea and vomiting)

Other Benefits

Diabetic Gastroparesis
Gastritis (Read More - How to Cure Bloating in the Stomach: Diet Tips and Home Remedies)
Indigestion (Read More - Home Remedies for Indigestion)

Avom Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.3 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Avom Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Avom is used -

Severe

Heart related issues

Common

Dry Mouth

Avom Related Warnings

Is the use of Avom safe for pregnant women?

Avom may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Avom, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Avom safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Avom. Immediately discontinue Avom if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Avom on the Kidneys?

Avom 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Avom on the Liver?

Avom can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Avom on the Heart?

Avom is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Avom with Other Drugs

Avom should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Chloroquine

Quinidine

Citalopram

Fluoxetine

Haloperidol

Avom Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Avom unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Breast Cancer
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Avom

Is this Avom habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Avom is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Avom, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Avom can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Avom is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Avom is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Avom Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Avom

Taking Avom with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Avom

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Avom with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Avom

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Avom on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

No, Avom should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Avom cause bloating?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Avom 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.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Avom?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Avom 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Avom safe to use?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, Avom is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as a headache, itching, and rash. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Avom?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Ideally, Avom should be taken by mouth once daily but it can be taken twice in some cases depending on the severity of symptoms or as advised by your doctor. It should be taken before 30 minutes of eating food to prevent acidity and heartburn. Precautions must be taken in patients with hypersensitivity and improper liver function.