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Gepan D is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Other than this, Gepan D has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Gepan D depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Gepan D are Headache, Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Gepan D can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Gepan D go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Gepan D is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Gepan D related warnings talks about Gepan D's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Osteoporosis, Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Gepan D since this can cause severe adverse effects.
Besides this, Gepan D may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Gepan D is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Gepan D 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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Is the use of Gepan D safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Gepan D. If you are pregnant, do not take Gepan D without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Gepan D safe during breastfeeding?
Gepan 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 Gepan D on the Kidneys?
Gepan D can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Gepan D on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Gepan D. 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.
What is the effect of Gepan D on the Heart?
Side effects of Gepan D rarely affect the heart.
Gepan D 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 Gepan D unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gepan D habit forming or addictive?
Gepan D does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Gepan D as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Gepan D should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Gepan D is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gepan D
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Gepan D together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gepan D
Information about the interaction of Gepan D and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, Gepan D 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.
Gepan 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.
Take Gepan D as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid unpleasant side effects.
Yes, Gepan D can cause constipation. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe constipation after taking this drug then inform your doctor and take precautionary methods such as eating fibrous foods to avoid constipation.
Gepan 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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