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Fritopan D is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Fritopan D 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 Fritopan D. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Fritopan D are Headache, Diarrhoea. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Fritopan D as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Fritopan D are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Fritopan D's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Fritopan D related warnings talks about Fritopan D's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Fritopan D is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Osteoporosis, Kidney Disease are examples of such conditions.
Additionally, Fritopan D may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Fritopan D is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Fritopan D 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 Fritopan D safe for pregnant women?
Fritopan D should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Fritopan D safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Fritopan D may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Fritopan D should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Fritopan D on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Fritopan D. 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 Fritopan D on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Fritopan D. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Fritopan D on the Heart?
Fritopan D is rarely harmful for the heart.
Fritopan D 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 Fritopan D unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Fritopan D habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Fritopan D has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Fritopan D. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Fritopan D only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Fritopan D cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Fritopan D
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Fritopan D, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Fritopan D
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Fritopan D with alcohol.
Ideally, Fritopan D 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, Fritopan D 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, Fritopan D 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.
Fritopan D 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.
Fritopan D 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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