It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Dopadon. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Dopadon may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Dopadon is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
UNSAFE
Dopadon may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
CAUTION
Dopadon should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Dopadon may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Dopadon should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Dopadon may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Dopadon is not recommended in patients with moderate and severe liver disease.
Medicine Overview of Dopadon 5mg/5ml Suspension
Introduction
Dopadon is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of indigestion, nausea and vomiting. It blocks the substance on the brain that triggers nausea or vomiting and it also increases the movement of food in the stomach, thereby improves digestion....
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Uses of Dopadon
Indigestion
Nausea
Vomiting
Side effects of Dopadon
Common
Headache
Dryness in mouth
Stomach pain
Diarrhea
How to use Dopadon
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Dopadon is to be taken empty stomach.
How Dopadon works
Dopadon is a prokinetic. It works on the region in the brain that controls vomiting. It also acts on the upper digestive tract to increase the movement of the stomach and intestines, allowing food to move more easily through the stomach.
What if you forget to take Dopadon?
If you miss a dose of Dopadon, 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 schedule. Do not double the dose.
Quick Tips
Dopadon helps relieve nausea, vomiting and indigestion.
It should be taken before meals as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor.
It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Dopadon as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
Inform your doctor if you get watery diarrhea, fever, or stomach pain that does not go away.
Do not take it for longer than 7 days without consulting your doctor.
Brief Description
Indication
Gastritis, Lactation, Migraine, Nausea and vomiting, Gastroparesis, Non ulcer dyspepsia
Administration
Should be taken on an empty stomach. Take 15-30 min before meals.
Adult Dose
Oral
Adults:
Nausea and vomiting 10-20 mg 4-8 hrly. Max: 80 mg/day.
Non ulcer dyspepsia 10 mg 3-4 times daily. Max: 20 mg 3-4 times daily. Last d...
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Child Dose
Oral
Children : 0.2 - 0.4 mg/kg every 4 - 8 hours daily.
Rectal
Child: <12 yr >15 kg: 30 mg bid;
>12 yr >35 kg: 60 mg bid.
Renal Dose
Renal impairment: Mild to moderate: No dosage adjustment needed. Severe: Reduce dosing to 1-2 times daily w/ prolonged treatment.
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity. GI haemorrhage, obstruction and perforation, patients with prolactin releasing pituitary hormone, chronic admin or routine prophylax...
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Mode of Action
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Precaution
Phaeochromocytoma; children<2 yr, elderly; renal or hepatic impairment. Risk of cardiac arrhythmias and hypokalaemia if administered IV. Pregnancy and...
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