Omee D is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule. Other than this, Omee D has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Omee D depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Omee D also has some side effects, the most common being Dry Mouth, Dizziness, Muscle Ache. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Omee D can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Omee D 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.
In addition, Omee D's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Omee D's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Omee D related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Osteoporosis must refrain from the use of Omee D since this can cause severe adverse effects.
Besides this, Omee D may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Omee D is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Omee D 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 Omee D safe for pregnant women?
Omee D can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Omee D safe during breastfeeding?
Omee D should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Omee D on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Omee D. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Omee D on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Omee D. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Omee D on the Heart?
Omee D has very mild side effects on the heart.
Omee D should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
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If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Omee D unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Omee D habit forming or addictive?
Omee D is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Omee D, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Omee D can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Omee D only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Omee D cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Omee D
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Omee D with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Omee D
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Omee D and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Omee 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.
No, Omee 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.
Omee D 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.
No, Omee D 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.
Take Omee D as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid unpleasant side effects.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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