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Pendom Od is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule. The alternative uses of Pendom Od have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Pendom Od. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Pendom Od include Headache, Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Pendom Od have been listed ahead. These side effects of Pendom Od are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Pendom Od has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Pendom Od has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Pendom Od related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Osteoporosis, Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Pendom Od since this can cause severe adverse effects.
Besides this, Pendom Od may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Pendom Od, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Pendom Od 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 Pendom Od safe for pregnant women?
Pendom OD shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Pendom Od safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Pendom OD may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Pendom OD should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Pendom Od on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Pendom OD. 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 Pendom Od on the Liver?
Pendom OD can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Pendom Od on the Heart?
Pendom OD may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Pendom Od 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 Pendom Od unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pendom Od habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Pendom Od.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Pendom Od can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Pendom Od only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Pendom Od in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Pendom Od
There is no information on the effects of taking Pendom Od with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pendom Od
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Pendom Od and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Pendom OD 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.
No, Pendom OD does not causes bloating (swollen belly after eating food which might be caused by excessive gas production). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking it. If you are experiencing bloating after taking this medicine, then try eating less spicy and fibre rich food also try to eat food in less quantity at a time. Taking probiotics or digestive enzyme supplements might be helpful in reducing bloating.
No, Pendom OD does not cause high blood sugar (hyperglycemia). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking it. You are advised to monitor your blood sugar level on daily basis. If you notice high blood sugar levels after taking this drug, then discuss it with your doctor who might change the dosage of your current medications.
Yes, Pendom OD can cause dry mouth. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you experience severe dry mouth after taking this drug, keep yourself hydrated with juices, shakes, and ample water.
No, Pendom OD does not cause erectile dysfunction. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking it. It is not a known side effect of this drug.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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