Gastro-intestinal Drugs

Domperidone(Plain)/Maleate

Domperidone(Plain)/Maleate

What is Domperidone(Plain)/Maleate?

Domperidone is a dopamine antagonist that enhances gastrointestinal motility and is commonly used to treat nausea, vomiting, and delayed gastric emptying. It acts on the upper digestive tract to speed up stomach emptying and movement, without significant central nervous system effects.

Uses of Domperidone(Plain)/Maleate :-

  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Gastric bloating
  • Gastroparesis

Common Side Effects :-

  • Dry mouth
  • Headache
  • Abdominal cramps

Precautions & Warnings :-

  • Use caution in patients with cardiac arrhythmia.
  • Avoid long-term use without supervision.
  • Contraindicated with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors.
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