Domperidone

It is not advised to take domperidone during pregnancy until it is considered essential by the doctor and potential risks justify the benefits.

Domperidone passes into breast milk in small amounts. Thus, your doctor will decide on either discontinuing the medicine or breastfeeding after assessing the potential risk on breastfeeding infant over the risk of delayed treatment on breastfeeding mother.

Domperidone may cause sleepiness, confusion, less control over your movements, thus you need to be cautious while driving.

Avoid consuming alcohol with domperidone, as it may worsen the side effects.

Domperidone is available in the form of a tablet, capsule, syrup, suspension, oral drops, rectal suppository.

Domperidone works by blocking the action of dopamine (a chemical substance) in the brain, which causes nausea and vomiting. It also increases the movement of the stomach and intestines to allow easy movement of food through the stomach.

Common side effects include dry mouth, headache, mild stomach cramps, or dizziness. These are usually short-lived. If you experience irregular heartbeat, chest pain, or fainting, stop taking the medicine and seek medical help immediately.

It’s best to take Domperidone before meals, as it helps the medicine work more effectively in controlling nausea and improving digestion. Taking it after food may reduce its effectiveness.

It’s best to avoid alcohol while taking Domperidone, as alcohol can increase drowsiness and may irritate your stomach, worsening symptoms like nausea or acid reflux.