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Setgi Information

Setgi is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule. Setgi also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Setgi. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Setgi include Dry Mouth, Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Setgi can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Setgi are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Setgi is Safe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Setgi related warnings talks about Setgi's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Diarrhea (Loose Motions) must refrain from the use of Setgi since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Setgi contraindications section.

Besides this, Setgi may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Setgi, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Setgi Benefits & Uses
Setgi Dosage & How to Take
Setgi Side Effects
Setgi Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Setgi with Other Drugs
Setgi Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Setgi
Setgi Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Setgi Benefits & Uses

Setgi is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Zollinger Ellison syndrome
Peptic Ulcer (Read More - Gentle and Natural: Best Home Remedies for Stomach Ulcers)
Stomach Gas
GERD
Acidity (Read More - Home remedies for acidity)

Setgi 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: Zollinger Ellison syndrome Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 20 mg rabeprazole and 10 mg domperidone
Adult	Disease: Zollinger Ellison syndrome Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 20 mg rabeprazole and 10 mg domperidone
Geriatric	Disease: Zollinger Ellison syndrome Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 20 mg rabeprazole and 10 mg domperidone

Setgi Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Setgi is used -

Severe

Heart related issues

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
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पेट की गैस
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Infection
Pharyngitis

Common

Dry Mouth
Diarrhoea

Setgi Related Warnings

Is the use of Setgi safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Setgi without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Setgi safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Setgi. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Setgi on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Setgi on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Setgi on the Liver?

Setgi is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Setgi on the Heart?

Using Setgi does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Setgi with Other Drugs

Setgi should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Chloroquine

Quinidine

Citalopram

Fluoxetine

Haloperidol

Caffeine

Codeine

Paracetamol

Aliskiren

Amlodipine

Valsartan

Olmesartan

Setgi Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Breast Cancer
Drug Allergy
Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Liver Disease
Gastric Cancer
Osteoporosis

Frequently asked Questions about Setgi

Is this Setgi habit forming or addictive?

Setgi is not addictive in nature.

Setgi Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Setgi

It is safe to take Setgi with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Setgi

Consuming Setgi with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Frequently asked Questions about Setgi

Question about 6 years ago

How does Setgi work?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Setgi 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 over 5 years ago

Does Setgi cause constipation?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Setgi 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.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Setgi?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Setgi 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Setgi?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Ideally, Setgi 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.