VOMISTOP DT 10mg Tablet 10's
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Domperidone 10 mg
Manufacturer
Cipla Ltd
Variant
10 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
VOMISTOP DT 10MG TABLET contains Domperidone which belongs to the group of medicines called Dopamine antagonists. It is used in the management of nausea and vomiting associated with central or local origin, chemotherapy or radiotherapy, drugs or migraine. Nausea and vomiting are not a disease but symptoms of different conditions such as infections, food poisoning, motion sickness, overeating, blocked intestine, migraine, indigestion and many more. VOMISTOP DT 10MG TABLET can also be used for relief of postprandial symptoms of fullness, nausea, epigastric bloating and belching (burping) that is occasionally accompanied by stomach discomfort and heartburn. VOMISTOP DT 10MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients having heart or moderate to severe liver diseases, bleeding in the stomach or intestines, blockage or tear in your intestines, and tumors in the pituitary gland (prolactinoma). VOMISTOP DT 10MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients having kidney diseases. VOMISTOP DT 10MG TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant women and should be used in breastfeeding women only if con
Uses
OF VOMISTOP DT 10MG TABLETPrevents nausea and vomiting associated with: central or local origin chemotherapy or radiotherapy drugs migraine Relieves: postprandial symptoms of fullness, nausea, epigastric bloating and belching (burping) that is occasionally accompanied by stomach discomfort and heartburn
How It Works
VOMISTOP DT 10MG TABLET is has an anti-emetic property which acts by blocking a chemical messenger in the brain called dopamine, that transfers information through nerve endings. VOMISTOP DT 10MG TABLET functions by inhibiting the muscle contraction that occurs naturally in the digestive system and enhances the peristaltic movement in the food pipe which helps in facilitating the digestion time faster, this causes calming down effect, thereby relieving nausea or vomiting sensation.
Directions for Use
Take VOMISTOP DT 10MG TABLET as advised by your physician. It can be taken before meals. For Tablet, Capsule: Swallow VOMISTOP DT 10MG TABLET with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. For Dispersible Tablet: Disperse VOMISTOP DT 10MG TABLET in the specified quantity of water as mentioned on the label. Consume the mixture immediately after reconstitution. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition. Continue to take VOMISTOP DT 10MG TABLET for the stipulated duration prescribed by your doctor to achieve better results.
Side Effects
VOMISTOP DT 10MG TABLETCOMMON dry mouth UNCOMMON decrease in sexual drive (libido) in men feeling anxious feeling drowsy headaches diarrhoea itchy skin, rash unusual production of breast milk (men and women) painful or tender breasts general feeling of weakness RAREStop taking VOMISTOP DT 10MG TABLET and consult your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects severe allergic reaction having symptoms such as swelling of the hands, feet, ankle, face, lips and throat which may cause difficulty in swallowing or breathing itchy lumpy rash (hives), nettle rash (urticaria) uncontrolled movements, which include irregular movements of eyes, an unusual move of the tongue, abnormal posture (Ex. twisted neck, trembling and muscle stiffness) have a fast unusual heartbeat seizures (fits)
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYVOMISTOP DT 10MG TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before taking it. BREASTFEEDINGVOMISTOP DT 10MG TABLET is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as it may pass through breast milk. VOMISTOP DT 10MG TABLET may cause unwanted side effects affecting the heart in a breastfed baby. It should only be used only if considered clearly necessary by the doctor. Consult your doctor before taking VOMISTOP DT 10MG TABLET. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESVOMISTOP DT 10MG TABLET does not affect the ability to drive or use machines. Yet do not drive or operate any machines if you feel dizzy after taking VOMISTOP DT 10MG TABLET. KIDNEYVOMISTOP DT 10MG TABLET should be taken with caution in patients with kidney problems such as kidney impairment or kidney failure. Your doctor might consider adjusting your dose. Consult your doctor before taking it. ALLERGYDo not take VOMISTOP DT 10MG TABLET if you are allergic to domperidone or any other ingredients present in it. HEART DISEASEVOMISTOP DT 10MG TABLET is not recommended in patients suffering from heart problems such as prolonged QT corrected interval (reading in eco cardiogram (ECG) machine) or heart failure (heart cannot pump blood properly). Kindly consult a doctor before taking VOMISTOP DT 10MG TABLET. OTHERSVOMISTOP DT 10MG TABLET is not recommended for use if you: tumor in the pituitary gland (prolactinoma) history of blockage or tear in the intestine hypokalemia (low level of potassium) hyperkalemia (high level of potassium in the blood) hypomagnesemia (low level of magnesium in the blood) signs and symptoms of bleeding in the stomach or intestine (black tarry bowel motions or blood in your bowel motions) Use in pediatrics: VOMISTOP DT 10MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age or weighing less than 35 kgs. Consult with your child’s doctor before giving VOMISTOP DT 10MG TABLET to your child. Use in geriatrics: VOMISTOP DT 10MG TABLET should be used with caution for use over 60 years of age, as VOMISTOP DT 10MG TABLET be associated with an increased risk of heart rhythm disorder and cardiac arrest. Consult your doctor before taking it.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug interactions: Before taking VOMISTOP DT 10MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines: medicines to manage fungal infections (Ex. ketoconazole, fluconazole, and voriconazole) medicines to manage bacterial infections (Ex. erythromycin, clarithromycin, telithromycin, moxifloxacin, pentamidine) medicine to manage heart problems or high blood pressure (Ex. amiodarone, dronedarone, quinidine, disopyramide, bepridil, dofetilide, sotalol, diltiazem, verapamil) medicines to manage psychoses (Ex. haloperidol, pimozide, sertindole), medicine to manage depression (Ex. citalopram, escitalopram) medicines to manage gastrointestinal disorders (such as cisapride, diphemanil, dolasetron, prucalopride) medicines to manage allergies (Ex. mequitazine, mizolastine) medicine to manage malaria (specifically halofantrine) medicines to manage AIDS/HIV (Ex. ritonavir, atazanavir) medicine to manage cancer (Ex. toremifene, vandetanib, vincamine) medicine used to manage drug addiction (Ex. methadone) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally took too much of VOMISTOP DT 10MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately. The symptoms might include feeling sleepy, confused, uncontrolled movements of the eye and tongue and abnormal posture (like a twisted neck). SYNOPSIS Drug : Domperidone Pharmacological Category : Dopamine antagonists Therapeutic Indication : Nausea and Vomiting Dosage Forms : Tablets, Capsules, Dispersible tablets, Rapitab, Suspension, Oral Suspension, Syrup, Oral Drops, Drops MORE INFORMATION Keep VOMISTOP DT 10MG TABLET out of reach of children Store VOMISTOP DT 10MG TABLET at room temperature below 30°C
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Last Updated
10 Nov 2022