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Gitek, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Other than this, Gitek has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Gitek depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Gitek include Headache, Diarrhoea. While these are the most often observed Gitek side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Gitek go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Gitek's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Gitek has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Gitek related warnings section.
Gitek can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Gitek in conditions like Liver Disease, Osteoporosis, Kidney Disease.
Drug reaction of Gitek with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Gitek, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Gitek 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 Gitek safe for pregnant women?
Gitek shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Gitek safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Gitek. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Gitek on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Gitek. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Gitek on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Gitek. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Gitek on the Heart?
Side effects of Gitek rarely affect the heart.
Gitek 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 Gitek unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gitek habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Gitek has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Gitek you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Gitek only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Gitek is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gitek
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Gitek, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gitek
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Gitek with alcohol will be.
Yes, Gitek 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.
Take Gitek as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid unpleasant side effects.
Yes, Gitek can help to reduce gas (flatulence) by preventing acidity (through decreasing the release of acid in your stomach) and facilitating gastric emptying.
Ideally, Gitek 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.
Gitek 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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