Generic Domperidone

Chemical Name: DOMPERIDONE

Common uses

This medicine increases the movements or contractions of the stomach and bowel. Domperidone is also used to treat nausea and vomiting caused by other drugs used to treat Parkinson's Disease.

Before Using

Some medicines or medical conditions may interact with this medicine. Inform your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking. Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to domperidone. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially: bleeding from the stomach or other problems involving the bowels, pituitary (brain) tumor, liver disease, medicine sensitivity to domperidone.

Directions

The dose of domperidone will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of domperidone.If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.

If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.

Do not store in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other damp places. Heat or moisture may cause the medicine to break down. Keep out of the reach of children.

Cautions

It is very important that your doctor check your progress at regular visits. This will allow your doctor to see if the medicine is working properly and to decide if you should continue to take it. If your symptoms do not improve within a few days or if they become worse, check with your doctor.

Possible Side Effects

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

• loss of balance or muscle control;
• swelling of the mouth;
• fast, irregular, pounding, or racing heartbeat or pulse;
• swelling of face, hands, lower legs, or feet.

Other side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. However, check with your doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome:

• breast milk flowing from the nipple;
• dry mouth;
• swelling of the breast in the male;
• headache;
• hives;
• hot flashes;
• itching of skin;
• itching, redness, pain, or swelling of eye;
• menstrual irregularities;
• pain in the breast, change in need to urinate;
• change in appetite;
• constipation;
• diarrhea;
• burning, difficult, or painful urination;
• difficulty in speaking;
• dizziness;
• drowsiness;
• heartburn;
• irritability;
• lack or loss of strength;
• leg cramps;
• mental dullness;
• nervousness;
• palpitations;
• sluggishness;
• stomach cramps;
• thirst;
• tiredness;
• weakness.

If you take too much

If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include ringing in ears, headache, confusion, drowsiness, sweating, fast breathing, vomiting, and diarrhea.

Additional information

Do not share this medicine with others for whom it was not prescribed. Do not use this medicine for other health conditions. Keep this medicine out of the reach of children. If using this medicine for an extended period of time, obtain refills before your supply runs out.

Drug interactions

Drug interactions can result in unwanted side effects or prevent a medicine from doing its job. Some medicines or medical conditions may interact with this medicine. Inform your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking.