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Ref Rd is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Ref Rd depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Ref Rd is used to treat the following -
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
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Is the use of Ref Rd safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Ref Rd in pregnant women.
Is the use of Ref Rd safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Ref Rd. If you see any side effects, stop taking Ref Rd immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Ref Rd again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Ref Rd on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Ref Rd on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ref Rd on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Ref Rd on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Ref Rd on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Ref Rd for the heart.
Ref Rd should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ref Rd unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ref Rd habit forming or addictive?
Ref Rd is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Ref Rd
You can take Ref Rd with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ref Rd
Taking Ref Rd with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Ref Rd can help to reduce gas (flatulence) by preventing acidity (through decreasing the release of acid in your stomach) and facilitating gastric emptying.
Take Ref Rd as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid unpleasant side effects.
Ref Rd 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.
Ideally, Ref Rd 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, you can take Ref Rd 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.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 666-667
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1310-1311
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Aciphex® (rabeprazole sodium)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 653
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1077-1078