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Padup Benefits & Uses

Padup is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Peptic Ulcer (Read More - Gentle and Natural: Best Home Remedies for Stomach Ulcers)
Acidity (Read More - Home remedies for acidity)
Heartburn (Read More - Home Remedies for Heartburn: Natural Ways to Alleviate Discomfort)

Padup 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: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: pantoprazole (40 mg) and domperidone (10 mg)
Adult	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: pantoprazole (40 mg) and domperidone (10 mg)
Geriatric	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: pantoprazole (40 mg) and domperidone (10 mg)

Padup Related Warnings

Is the use of Padup safe for pregnant women?

Padup can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Padup safe during breastfeeding?

Padup should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Padup on the Kidneys?

Padup may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Padup on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Padup. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Padup on the Heart?

Padup has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Padup with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Tramadol

Methotrexate

Nelfinavir

Ketoconazole

Erythromycin

Moderate

Digoxin

Warfarin

Padup Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Osteoporosis
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Padup

Is this Padup habit forming or addictive?

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

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

After taking Padup you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Padup should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Padup for mental disorders.

No

Padup Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Padup

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Padup with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Padup

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Padup

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Padup?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

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

Question over 5 years ago

Can Padup cause rashes or itching?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Padup 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

Can I take Padup for acidity?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Padup 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Padup on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

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

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Padup work?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Padup 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.