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Dompan is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Dompan also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Dompan. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Dompan include Headache, Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Dompan have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Dompan go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Dompan's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Dompan's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Osteoporosis, Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Dompan since this can cause severe adverse effects.
Drug interactions for Dompan have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Dompan is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Dompan 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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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Is the use of Dompan safe for pregnant women?
Dompan shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Dompan safe during breastfeeding?
Dompan may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Dompan on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Dompan. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Dompan on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Dompan. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Dompan on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Dompan on the heart have been reported.
Dompan 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 Dompan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dompan habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Dompan has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Dompan. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Dompan only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Dompan in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Dompan
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Dompan, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dompan
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Dompan with alcohol will be.
Ideally, Dompan 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.
Yes, you can take Dompan for acidity as it decreases the release of acid in your stomach which is responsible for acidity, burping, and discomfort in your stomach. You are advised to take it before a meal or as prescribed by your doctor.
Dompan 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, Dompan 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.
Dompan is a prescription drug, hence do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
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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
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Protonix (pantoprazole sodium)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 653
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 984-986
