R RD Capsule
Blue Cross Laboratories Ltd
Uses of R RD Capsule:
Acidity, Peptic ulcer disease, Gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux), Nausea, Vomiting
Composition of R RD Capsule:
Rabeprazole 20mg + Domperidone 30mg
MRP:
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75
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Description
Acidity, Heartburn
Uses
Rabeprazole is generally used in treatment of acidity, gastroesophageal reflux disease (acid reflux) and peptic ulcer disease
Domperidone is generally used in treatment of nausea and vomiting
Domperidone is generally used in treatment of nausea and vomiting
Side effects
- Diarrhoea
- Dryness in mouth
- Flatulence
- Headache
- Nausea
- Stomach pain
- Vomiting
How to use
Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. While taking Rabeprazole, swallow it completely without crushing, breaking or chewing it. Rabeprazole is advised to be taken at a fixed time, but may be taken together with food (or) without food.
Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. For directions before use, please check the label. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Domperidone is to be taken empty stomach.
Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. For directions before use, please check the label. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Domperidone is to be taken empty stomach.
How it works
Rabeprazole belongs to the category of drugs called as a proton pump inhibitor (PPI). It's main action is a long-lasting reduction of stomach acid production that helps relieve acid related indigestion and heartburns.
Domperidone is a prokinetic. It acts to get the content of the stomach empty faster. The condition is improved by increasing the movement of the intestines, allowing the food to move easier within the stomach.
Domperidone is a prokinetic. It acts to get the content of the stomach empty faster. The condition is improved by increasing the movement of the intestines, allowing the food to move easier within the stomach.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Rabeprazole an over the counter product?
No, Rabeprazole is not an over the counter product, it is available when prescribed by a doctor.
Q. Is Rabeprazole an antacid?
Rabeprazole is not an antacid. It belongs to the class of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) which decrease the amount of acid produced in the stomach while antacids only neutralize the stomach acid by coating the stomach.
Q. Does Rabeprazole cause osteoporosis (thinning of bones)?
Yes, long term use of Rabeprazole can cause osteoporosis (thinning of bones). It decreases the calcium absorption leading to calcium deficiency and increases the risk of bone fractures of hip, wrist or spine. Inform your doctor if you have osteoporosis or if you are taking corticosteroids (these can increase the risk of osteoporosis) before starting your therapy. Take enough calcium and vitamin D to reduce the risk.
Q. Can I take aluminum hydroxide and magnesium carbonate or other antacids with Rabeprazole?
Rabeprazole can be taken with antacids like aluminum hydroxide, magnesium carbonate or sodium bicarbonate. Rabeprazole takes a few days to show its effect, so antacids can be taken during that time for relief of acidity and heartburn. However, antacids should be taken two hours before or one hour after taking Rabeprazole as antacids can increase the pH of the stomach and decrease the action of Rabeprazole which requires a lower pH for its action.
Q. Does Rabeprazole have addictive potential?
No, Rabeprazole has no addictive potential. It shows no withdrawal symptoms when you stop using this medicine.
Q. Is Rabeprazole safe?
Yes, Rabeprazole is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by the doctor. However, there are some very common side effects that you can experience at effective doses like nausea, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, and flatulence.
Q. Does Rabeprazole cause hair loss?
No, hair loss has not been reported as a side effect of Rabeprazole. Talk to your doctor in case there is excessive hair fall as it could be due to some underlying problem that needs attention.
Q. Does Rabeprazole cause flatulence (gas or bloating)?
Flatulence (gas) has been reported as a common side effect of Rabeprazole. Although it would be mild to moderate in nature and transient.
Q. Does Rabeprazole cause tinnitus (ringing in the ears)?
Tinnitus (ringing sensation in the ears) has not been seen as a side effect with the use of Rabeprazole. Talk to your doctor in case you have this problem as it could be due to some underlying condition that needs attention.
Q. Does Rabeprazole cause weight gain?
Weight gain has been reported as a rare side effect of Rabeprazole. Weight gain can add to your problem of acidity and heartburn. So, you must try to do some exercise and make healthy changes in your diet to control your weight.
Q. Does Rabeprazole expire?
Yes, like any other medicine, Rabeprazole also expires. Always check the expiry date on the pack of the medicine before using it.
Q. Does Rabeprazole cause constipation?
Constipation is a common side effect seen in patients using Rabeprazole. Making healthy lifestyle changes like doing yoga, taking high fiber diet and plenty of fluids will prevent constipation.
Q. Does Rabeprazole cause high blood pressure?
Rabeprazole is not reported to cause high blood pressure. In case you experience high blood pressure, talk to your doctor as it may need attention. Common side effects seen with Rabeprazole includes nausea, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, and flatulence.
Q. Does Rabeprazole cause headache?
Headache is reported as one of the common side effects of Rabeprazole. Please consult your doctor in case you experience an intolerable headache for a prolonged duration while taking Rabeprazole.
Q. Can I take Rabeprazole with ranitidine?
Yes, Rabeprazole can be taken with ranitidine. As Rabeprazole show its effect after some days, Ranitidine can be taken for immediate relief. No drug-drug interactions or change in side effect profile has been reported when they are used together compared to either drug alone.
Q. Can I take Rabeprazole with ibuprofen?
Rabeprazole can be taken with ibuprofen. Rabeprazole is used to prevent painkiller (NSAIDs) induced gastritis and stomach ulcers by decreasing the production of acid in the stomach. There are no reported drug interactions or harmful effects when they are used together.
Q. Can I take Rabeprazole with paracetamol?
Rabeprazole can be taken with paracetamol. Rabeprazole is used to prevent painkiller (NSAIDs) induced stomach ulcers by decreasing the production of acid in the stomach. There are no reported drug interactions or harmful effects when they are used together.
Q. How is Rabeprazole metabolized?
Rabeprazole is metabolized in the liver mainly by microsomal CYP450 enzymes (CYP2C19 and CYP3A4). Patients with poor CYP2C19 enzymatic activity will have higher levels of Rabeprazole for a long time and a better suppression of stomach acid.
Q. Can Rabeprazole be used for the treatment of throat infection?
No, Rabeprazole is not meant for throat infections. However, it may be given along with antibiotics and other drugs to protect the stomach from excessive acid secretion.
Q. Why is Rabeprazole used with cinitapride for some conditions?
Cinitapride increases the movement of the gut and is useful in the treatment of conditions like heartburn, dyspepsia and is also useful in the treatment of reflux esophagitis. It has much better efficacy when it is used with Rabeprazole.
Q. Does Rabeprazole play any role in treating ulcerative colitis?
Rabeprazole does not have any role in the treatment of ulcerative colitis. However, it can be given if there is associated dyspepsia or increased stomach acid secretion. Talk to your doctor before taking any treatment for ulcerative colitis.
Q. Can Rabeprazole be used for reflux esophagitis?
Yes, Rabeprazole is effective in the treatment of reflux esophagitis. It is a disease in which stomach acid or bile irritates and inflames the lining of the food pipe. Rabeprazole decreases the production of acid in the stomach and can help in healing the inflamed and eroded esophagus.The efficacy is better when it is given in combination with a prokinetic agent like domperidone.
Q. Is Rabeprazole being used for treating weight loss?
No, Rabeprazole is not used for the treatment of weight loss. It is a proton pump inhibitor and is used for the treatment of acidity, heartburn, intestinal ulcers and stomach ulcers.
Q. Is there any role of Rabeprazole in treating hiatus hernia?
A hiatus hernia is the bulging of the stomach into the chest through an esophageal opening in the diaphragm which is larger than the normal size. A hiatus hernia is associated with acidity and heartburn. Rabeprazole does not play any role in treating hiatus hernia, however, it can help in relieving the symptoms of acidity, heartburn and acid reflux.
Q. Can I take Rabeprazole with vitamin D?
Yes, vitamin D can be taken with Rabeprazole. Vitamin D is generally advised to be taken as a supplement with Rabeprazole as its long-term use decreases the absorption of calcium and cause calcium deficiency. This can lead to osteoporosis (thinning of bones) and increase the risk of bone fractures like hip, wrist and spine fractures.
Q. How is Rabeprazole useful in the treatment of H. pylori?
Rabeprazole is used along with antibiotics for the treatment of H.Pylori infection. It works by decreasing stomach acid volume and decreasing breakdown and washout of antibiotics leading to an increased antibiotic concentration and tissue penetration. It also helps in the symptomatic relief by decreasing associated acidity, reflux, and heartburn.
Q. Can I take Rabeprazole with domperidone?
Rabeprazole can be safely taken with domperidone as no harmful effects have been reported clinically. A fixed-dose combination of these two medicines is also available. Domperidone increases gut motility and Rabeprazole decreases the acid production in the stomach. So, this combination is very effective in the treatment of reflux esophagitis associated with acidity, heartburn, intestinal and stomach ulcers.
Q. Can long term use of Rabeprazole cause magnesium deficiency?
Long-term use of Rabeprazole can lower magnesium levels in patients taking multiple daily doses for a year or longer (at least 3 months). Get your magnesium levels checked at regular intervals. Tell your doctor if you experience seizures, dizziness, abnormal or fast heartbeat, jitteriness, jerking movements or shaking (tremors), muscle weakness, spasms of the hands and feet, cramps, muscle aches or spasm of the voice box.
Q. What is Domperidone used for?
Domperidone is used for the treatment of nausea (feeling sick) and vomiting as and when recommended by your doctor.
Q. Is Domperidone an over the counter drug?
Domperidone can be bought only with doctors prescription and is not an OTC medicine.
Q. Does Domperidone cause weight gain?
Domperidone is not said to cause any weight gain. Do inform your doctor if you observe any weight changes with Domperidone.
Q. Does Domperidone raise the blood pressure?
Domperidone doesn't cause an increase in the blood pressure. However, if you notice an increase in blood pressure while consuming Domperidone, do inform your doctor.
Q. Can I take Domperidone for morning sickness?
Domperidone is not meant for the treatment of morning sickness. Consult your doctor, if you want to take any medications for morning sickness.
Q. Can I take Domperidone with antibiotics?
Do consult your doctor before taking any antibiotics with Domperidone. Antibiotics like moxifloxacin, spiramycin, erythromycin, levofloxacin and few antifungals are not recommended to consume along with Domperidone.
Q. Can I take Domperidone with lansoprazole?
No clinical interactions are noted with lansoprazole and Domperidone. However, we can not say interactions do not happen. Before using these medicines together, do inform your doctor.
Q. Can I take Domperidone with doxycycline?
No interactions are noted with doxycycline and Domperidone. Do inform your doctor if you are taking these medications together.
Q. Can I take Domperidone with omeprazole?
Omeprazole and Domperidone can be taken together, as there are no interactions observed. However, we can not say interactions do not happen. Do inform your doctor if you are taking these two medications together.
Q. Can I take Domperidone with citalopram?
Domperidone, when consumed with citalopram, is said to increase the underlying heart problems like prolonged QTc interval. Do inform your doctor if you take these two medications together.
Q. Can I take Domperidone with amitriptyline?
Domperidone and amitriptyline can be taken together as there are no interactions observed. Do consult your doctor if you are planning to take these medications together.
Q. Can I take Domperidone with amoxicillin?
Domperidone and amoxicillin can be taken together as there are no interactions observed. Consult your doctor if you are taking these medicines together.
Q. Can I take Domperidone with paracetamol?
Domperidone and paracetamol can be taken together as there are no interactions observed. Consult your doctor if you are taking these medicines together.
Q. Can I take Domperidone with tramadol?
Domperidone and tramadol can be taken together as there are no interactions observed. Consult your doctor if you are taking these medicines together.
Q. Is Domperidone safe?
Domperidone is safe, provided you use the medication as per the doctors prescription and instructions.
Q. Is Domperidone used for motion sickness?
Domperidone is used for the treatment of motion sickness. For motion sickness, Domperidone should be used as per the said dosage and duration instructed by your doctor.
Q. Is Domperidone an antibiotic?
No, Domperidone is not an antibiotic. Domperidone is an anti-emetic which is used to treat nausea (feeling sick) and vomiting (being sick).
Q. Does Domperidone cause drowsiness?
One of the rare side effects of Domperidone is drowsiness. If you do experience excessive drowsiness, do consult with your doctor.
Q. Does Domperidone increase milk secretion?
An increase in milk secretion called as galactorrhea is an uncommon side effect of Domperidone. If you do notice this side effect, do inform your doctor.
Q. Does Domperidone cause bloating (gas)?
Bloating is not observed as a side effect with Domperidone. However, there are few uncommon gastrointestinal side effects like heartburn, diarrhea, appetite disorder and regurgitation.
Q. Does Domperidone cause hair loss?
Hair loss is not been reported with Domperidone. If you notice any hair loss with Domperidone inform your doctor immediately.
Q. Does Domperidone help to treat constipation?
Domperidone is not meant to treat constipation. Consult your doctor regarding the usage of Domperidone.
Q. Does Domperidone cause heart problems?
There are high chances of heartbeat problem and heart attack with Domperidone. This risk is very high for those who are taking higher doses and those with over 60 years old. When Domperidone is taken with any other medicines, the risk again increases. Do share your medical history with your doctor, if you are prescribed with Domperidone.
Q. Does Domperidone cause constipation?
One of the common side effects of Domperidone is constipation. Do inform your doctor, if you experience symptoms of constipation with Domperidone.
Q. Does Domperidone help to relieve bloating (gas)?
Domperidone is an anti-emetic which is used to treat nausea (feeling sick) and vomiting (being sick). It is not indicated to treat bloating (gas). Please consult your doctor before using this medicine.
Q. Can I take Domperidone with rabeprazole?
Rabeprazole and Domperidone can be taken together, as there are no interactions or harmful effects noted. A dosage combination of these two medicines is very effective in treating reflux esophagitis associated with stomach ulcers, acidity, and heartburn. Rabeprazole decreases the acid production in the stomach and Domperidone increases gut motility.
No, Rabeprazole is not an over the counter product, it is available when prescribed by a doctor.
Q. Is Rabeprazole an antacid?
Rabeprazole is not an antacid. It belongs to the class of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) which decrease the amount of acid produced in the stomach while antacids only neutralize the stomach acid by coating the stomach.
Q. Does Rabeprazole cause osteoporosis (thinning of bones)?
Yes, long term use of Rabeprazole can cause osteoporosis (thinning of bones). It decreases the calcium absorption leading to calcium deficiency and increases the risk of bone fractures of hip, wrist or spine. Inform your doctor if you have osteoporosis or if you are taking corticosteroids (these can increase the risk of osteoporosis) before starting your therapy. Take enough calcium and vitamin D to reduce the risk.
Q. Can I take aluminum hydroxide and magnesium carbonate or other antacids with Rabeprazole?
Rabeprazole can be taken with antacids like aluminum hydroxide, magnesium carbonate or sodium bicarbonate. Rabeprazole takes a few days to show its effect, so antacids can be taken during that time for relief of acidity and heartburn. However, antacids should be taken two hours before or one hour after taking Rabeprazole as antacids can increase the pH of the stomach and decrease the action of Rabeprazole which requires a lower pH for its action.
Q. Does Rabeprazole have addictive potential?
No, Rabeprazole has no addictive potential. It shows no withdrawal symptoms when you stop using this medicine.
Q. Is Rabeprazole safe?
Yes, Rabeprazole is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by the doctor. However, there are some very common side effects that you can experience at effective doses like nausea, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, and flatulence.
Q. Does Rabeprazole cause hair loss?
No, hair loss has not been reported as a side effect of Rabeprazole. Talk to your doctor in case there is excessive hair fall as it could be due to some underlying problem that needs attention.
Q. Does Rabeprazole cause flatulence (gas or bloating)?
Flatulence (gas) has been reported as a common side effect of Rabeprazole. Although it would be mild to moderate in nature and transient.
Q. Does Rabeprazole cause tinnitus (ringing in the ears)?
Tinnitus (ringing sensation in the ears) has not been seen as a side effect with the use of Rabeprazole. Talk to your doctor in case you have this problem as it could be due to some underlying condition that needs attention.
Q. Does Rabeprazole cause weight gain?
Weight gain has been reported as a rare side effect of Rabeprazole. Weight gain can add to your problem of acidity and heartburn. So, you must try to do some exercise and make healthy changes in your diet to control your weight.
Q. Does Rabeprazole expire?
Yes, like any other medicine, Rabeprazole also expires. Always check the expiry date on the pack of the medicine before using it.
Q. Does Rabeprazole cause constipation?
Constipation is a common side effect seen in patients using Rabeprazole. Making healthy lifestyle changes like doing yoga, taking high fiber diet and plenty of fluids will prevent constipation.
Q. Does Rabeprazole cause high blood pressure?
Rabeprazole is not reported to cause high blood pressure. In case you experience high blood pressure, talk to your doctor as it may need attention. Common side effects seen with Rabeprazole includes nausea, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, and flatulence.
Q. Does Rabeprazole cause headache?
Headache is reported as one of the common side effects of Rabeprazole. Please consult your doctor in case you experience an intolerable headache for a prolonged duration while taking Rabeprazole.
Q. Can I take Rabeprazole with ranitidine?
Yes, Rabeprazole can be taken with ranitidine. As Rabeprazole show its effect after some days, Ranitidine can be taken for immediate relief. No drug-drug interactions or change in side effect profile has been reported when they are used together compared to either drug alone.
Q. Can I take Rabeprazole with ibuprofen?
Rabeprazole can be taken with ibuprofen. Rabeprazole is used to prevent painkiller (NSAIDs) induced gastritis and stomach ulcers by decreasing the production of acid in the stomach. There are no reported drug interactions or harmful effects when they are used together.
Q. Can I take Rabeprazole with paracetamol?
Rabeprazole can be taken with paracetamol. Rabeprazole is used to prevent painkiller (NSAIDs) induced stomach ulcers by decreasing the production of acid in the stomach. There are no reported drug interactions or harmful effects when they are used together.
Q. How is Rabeprazole metabolized?
Rabeprazole is metabolized in the liver mainly by microsomal CYP450 enzymes (CYP2C19 and CYP3A4). Patients with poor CYP2C19 enzymatic activity will have higher levels of Rabeprazole for a long time and a better suppression of stomach acid.
Q. Can Rabeprazole be used for the treatment of throat infection?
No, Rabeprazole is not meant for throat infections. However, it may be given along with antibiotics and other drugs to protect the stomach from excessive acid secretion.
Q. Why is Rabeprazole used with cinitapride for some conditions?
Cinitapride increases the movement of the gut and is useful in the treatment of conditions like heartburn, dyspepsia and is also useful in the treatment of reflux esophagitis. It has much better efficacy when it is used with Rabeprazole.
Q. Does Rabeprazole play any role in treating ulcerative colitis?
Rabeprazole does not have any role in the treatment of ulcerative colitis. However, it can be given if there is associated dyspepsia or increased stomach acid secretion. Talk to your doctor before taking any treatment for ulcerative colitis.
Q. Can Rabeprazole be used for reflux esophagitis?
Yes, Rabeprazole is effective in the treatment of reflux esophagitis. It is a disease in which stomach acid or bile irritates and inflames the lining of the food pipe. Rabeprazole decreases the production of acid in the stomach and can help in healing the inflamed and eroded esophagus.The efficacy is better when it is given in combination with a prokinetic agent like domperidone.
Q. Is Rabeprazole being used for treating weight loss?
No, Rabeprazole is not used for the treatment of weight loss. It is a proton pump inhibitor and is used for the treatment of acidity, heartburn, intestinal ulcers and stomach ulcers.
Q. Is there any role of Rabeprazole in treating hiatus hernia?
A hiatus hernia is the bulging of the stomach into the chest through an esophageal opening in the diaphragm which is larger than the normal size. A hiatus hernia is associated with acidity and heartburn. Rabeprazole does not play any role in treating hiatus hernia, however, it can help in relieving the symptoms of acidity, heartburn and acid reflux.
Q. Can I take Rabeprazole with vitamin D?
Yes, vitamin D can be taken with Rabeprazole. Vitamin D is generally advised to be taken as a supplement with Rabeprazole as its long-term use decreases the absorption of calcium and cause calcium deficiency. This can lead to osteoporosis (thinning of bones) and increase the risk of bone fractures like hip, wrist and spine fractures.
Q. How is Rabeprazole useful in the treatment of H. pylori?
Rabeprazole is used along with antibiotics for the treatment of H.Pylori infection. It works by decreasing stomach acid volume and decreasing breakdown and washout of antibiotics leading to an increased antibiotic concentration and tissue penetration. It also helps in the symptomatic relief by decreasing associated acidity, reflux, and heartburn.
Q. Can I take Rabeprazole with domperidone?
Rabeprazole can be safely taken with domperidone as no harmful effects have been reported clinically. A fixed-dose combination of these two medicines is also available. Domperidone increases gut motility and Rabeprazole decreases the acid production in the stomach. So, this combination is very effective in the treatment of reflux esophagitis associated with acidity, heartburn, intestinal and stomach ulcers.
Q. Can long term use of Rabeprazole cause magnesium deficiency?
Long-term use of Rabeprazole can lower magnesium levels in patients taking multiple daily doses for a year or longer (at least 3 months). Get your magnesium levels checked at regular intervals. Tell your doctor if you experience seizures, dizziness, abnormal or fast heartbeat, jitteriness, jerking movements or shaking (tremors), muscle weakness, spasms of the hands and feet, cramps, muscle aches or spasm of the voice box.
Q. What is Domperidone used for?
Domperidone is used for the treatment of nausea (feeling sick) and vomiting as and when recommended by your doctor.
Q. Is Domperidone an over the counter drug?
Domperidone can be bought only with doctors prescription and is not an OTC medicine.
Q. Does Domperidone cause weight gain?
Domperidone is not said to cause any weight gain. Do inform your doctor if you observe any weight changes with Domperidone.
Q. Does Domperidone raise the blood pressure?
Domperidone doesn't cause an increase in the blood pressure. However, if you notice an increase in blood pressure while consuming Domperidone, do inform your doctor.
Q. Can I take Domperidone for morning sickness?
Domperidone is not meant for the treatment of morning sickness. Consult your doctor, if you want to take any medications for morning sickness.
Q. Can I take Domperidone with antibiotics?
Do consult your doctor before taking any antibiotics with Domperidone. Antibiotics like moxifloxacin, spiramycin, erythromycin, levofloxacin and few antifungals are not recommended to consume along with Domperidone.
Q. Can I take Domperidone with lansoprazole?
No clinical interactions are noted with lansoprazole and Domperidone. However, we can not say interactions do not happen. Before using these medicines together, do inform your doctor.
Q. Can I take Domperidone with doxycycline?
No interactions are noted with doxycycline and Domperidone. Do inform your doctor if you are taking these medications together.
Q. Can I take Domperidone with omeprazole?
Omeprazole and Domperidone can be taken together, as there are no interactions observed. However, we can not say interactions do not happen. Do inform your doctor if you are taking these two medications together.
Q. Can I take Domperidone with citalopram?
Domperidone, when consumed with citalopram, is said to increase the underlying heart problems like prolonged QTc interval. Do inform your doctor if you take these two medications together.
Q. Can I take Domperidone with amitriptyline?
Domperidone and amitriptyline can be taken together as there are no interactions observed. Do consult your doctor if you are planning to take these medications together.
Q. Can I take Domperidone with amoxicillin?
Domperidone and amoxicillin can be taken together as there are no interactions observed. Consult your doctor if you are taking these medicines together.
Q. Can I take Domperidone with paracetamol?
Domperidone and paracetamol can be taken together as there are no interactions observed. Consult your doctor if you are taking these medicines together.
Q. Can I take Domperidone with tramadol?
Domperidone and tramadol can be taken together as there are no interactions observed. Consult your doctor if you are taking these medicines together.
Q. Is Domperidone safe?
Domperidone is safe, provided you use the medication as per the doctors prescription and instructions.
Q. Is Domperidone used for motion sickness?
Domperidone is used for the treatment of motion sickness. For motion sickness, Domperidone should be used as per the said dosage and duration instructed by your doctor.
Q. Is Domperidone an antibiotic?
No, Domperidone is not an antibiotic. Domperidone is an anti-emetic which is used to treat nausea (feeling sick) and vomiting (being sick).
Q. Does Domperidone cause drowsiness?
One of the rare side effects of Domperidone is drowsiness. If you do experience excessive drowsiness, do consult with your doctor.
Q. Does Domperidone increase milk secretion?
An increase in milk secretion called as galactorrhea is an uncommon side effect of Domperidone. If you do notice this side effect, do inform your doctor.
Q. Does Domperidone cause bloating (gas)?
Bloating is not observed as a side effect with Domperidone. However, there are few uncommon gastrointestinal side effects like heartburn, diarrhea, appetite disorder and regurgitation.
Q. Does Domperidone cause hair loss?
Hair loss is not been reported with Domperidone. If you notice any hair loss with Domperidone inform your doctor immediately.
Q. Does Domperidone help to treat constipation?
Domperidone is not meant to treat constipation. Consult your doctor regarding the usage of Domperidone.
Q. Does Domperidone cause heart problems?
There are high chances of heartbeat problem and heart attack with Domperidone. This risk is very high for those who are taking higher doses and those with over 60 years old. When Domperidone is taken with any other medicines, the risk again increases. Do share your medical history with your doctor, if you are prescribed with Domperidone.
Q. Does Domperidone cause constipation?
One of the common side effects of Domperidone is constipation. Do inform your doctor, if you experience symptoms of constipation with Domperidone.
Q. Does Domperidone help to relieve bloating (gas)?
Domperidone is an anti-emetic which is used to treat nausea (feeling sick) and vomiting (being sick). It is not indicated to treat bloating (gas). Please consult your doctor before using this medicine.
Q. Can I take Domperidone with rabeprazole?
Rabeprazole and Domperidone can be taken together, as there are no interactions or harmful effects noted. A dosage combination of these two medicines is very effective in treating reflux esophagitis associated with stomach ulcers, acidity, and heartburn. Rabeprazole decreases the acid production in the stomach and Domperidone increases gut motility.
Expert Advice
- Inform your doctor if you get watery diarrhea, fever, or stomach pain that does not go away.Inform your doctor if you do not feel better after taking it for 14 days as you may be suffering from some other problem that needs attention.Long-term use can cause weak bones and deficiency of minerals such as magnesium. Take adequate dietary intake of calcium and magnesium or their supplements as prescribed by your doctor.You have been prescribed Rabeprazole to reduce stomach acid and heal stomach ulcers.Take it one hour before the meal, preferably in the morning.It is a well-tolerated medicine and provides relief for a long time.
- Do not take Domperidone, if you are allergic to it or to any other content in the tablets.Do not take the medicine, if you notice black, tarry stools (bowel motions) or blood in your stools, blockage or tear in the intestines or if you have a tumor of the pituitary gland (prolactinoma).Do not take the drug, if you have moderate to severe liver disease, heart problems (irregular heart rate or heart failure) or abnormal salt levels in the blood.Do not crush or chew the tablets, swallow them whole with a glass of water.Do not take the drug if you intend to drive or operate heavy machinery as it may cause drowsiness.Always take the tablets 15 to 30 minutes before meals and, if needed, before going to bed at night.Consult your doctor, if you are above 60 years of age and taking Domperidone for a long period of time.Inform your doctor, if you are already taking medicines for fungal infections (ketoconazole) or antibiotics (e.g. gentamycin, erythromycin).
Product Details
SKU: PC-52287
Product Description: R RD Capsule is manufactured by Blue Cross Laboratories Ltd
Packing: Strip
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
Product Description: R RD Capsule is manufactured by Blue Cross Laboratories Ltd
Packing: Strip
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
