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

Pota D Benefits & Uses

Pota D 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)

Pota 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: 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)

Pota D Related Warnings

Is the use of Pota D safe for pregnant women?

Pota D 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 Pota D safe during breastfeeding?

Pota D 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 Pota D on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Pota 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Pota D on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Pota D. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Pota D on the Heart?

Pota D is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Pota D with Other Drugs

Pota D 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

Pota D Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Osteoporosis
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Pota D

Is this Pota D habit forming or addictive?

Pota D does not cause addiction.

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

After taking Pota D, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Pota D can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Pota D only as per medical advice.

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

No, Pota D is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Pota D Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pota D

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Pota D together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Pota D

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Pota D with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Pota D

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Pota D?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Ideally, Pota 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Pota D work?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Pota 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Pota D cause bloating?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Pota D 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Pota D cause diarrhoea?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Pota 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Pota D without consulting a doctor?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Pota 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.