Drego D: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Drego D Information

Drego D is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Capsule. Drego D also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Drego D depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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 side effects typically associated with Drego D include Dry Mouth, Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Drego D can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Drego D normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Drego D has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Drego D related warnings talks about Drego D's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Drego D can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Drego D in conditions like Liver Disease, Diarrhea (Loose Motions). Some other conditions that can be affected by Drego D are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Drego D may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

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

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

Drego D Benefits & Uses

Drego D is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Zollinger Ellison syndrome
Peptic Ulcer (Read More - Gentle and Natural: Best Home Remedies for Stomach Ulcers)
Stomach Gas
GERD
Acidity (Read More - Home remedies for acidity)

Drego D 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Zollinger Ellison syndrome Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 20 mg rabeprazole and 10 mg domperidone
Adult	Disease: Zollinger Ellison syndrome Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 20 mg rabeprazole and 10 mg domperidone
Geriatric	Disease: Zollinger Ellison syndrome Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 20 mg rabeprazole and 10 mg domperidone

Drego D Related Warnings

Is the use of Drego D safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Drego D in pregnant women.
Is the use of Drego D safe during breastfeeding?

Drego D may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Drego D, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Drego D.
What is the effect of Drego D on the Kidneys?

Drego D does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Drego D on the Liver?

Side effects of Drego D rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Drego D on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Drego D for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Drego D with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Chloroquine

Quinidine

Citalopram

Fluoxetine

Haloperidol

Caffeine

Codeine

Paracetamol

Aliskiren

Amlodipine

Valsartan

Olmesartan

Drego D Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Breast Cancer
Drug Allergy
Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Liver Disease
Gastric Cancer
Osteoporosis

Frequently asked Questions about Drego D

Is this Drego D habit forming or addictive?

Drego D is not addictive in nature.

Drego D Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Drego D

Taking Drego D with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Drego D

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Drego D as it can have severe side effects.

Frequently asked Questions about Drego D

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Drego D?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Take Drego D as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid unpleasant side effects.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Drego D on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

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

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Drego D?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Drego D 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 over 5 years ago

Can Drego D cause rashes or itching?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Drego D 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Drego D safe to use?

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

Yes, Drego D 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.