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Domperion

This medication is prescribed for the treatment of nausea and vomiting in adults and adolescents over 12 years of age (weighing more than 35 kilograms).

Product Information

1 mg per 1 mL

General Guidelines
This medication has been prescribed to treat your current condition; therefore, do not use it for similar cases or recommend it to others.

Before taking this medication, inform your doctor or pharmacist about the following:

  • Any known allergies

  • Use of other medications

  • Pregnancy and breastfeeding

  • Presence of other medical conditions

Indications

Dosage and Proper Use of Domperidone

The exact dosage of any medication is determined by a doctor, but generally, the recommended dosage for this medication is as follows:

  • Adults and adolescents over 12 years of age weighing more than 35 kg: The recommended dose is one measuring cup, up to three times daily, equivalent to 30 mL in total.

  • The medication should be taken at least 30 to 60 minutes before meals.

If a dose is missed
 Take the missed dose as soon as possible on the same day and continue with the next doses as usual. Do not double the dose.

Do not stop taking Domperidone without consulting your doctor.

Wash the measuring cup before and after each use, and tightly close the bottle cap.
Use only the measuring cup provided in the package to measure the medication.

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking this medication.

Warnings

Contraindications of Domperidone

  • Hypersensitivity to domperidone or any of the components of the medication

  • Children under 12 years of age or weighing less than 35 kg

  • Severe liver problems

  • History of heart failure or arrhythmia

  • Pituitary gland tumor (prolactinoma)

  • Intestinal obstruction or perforation

Warnings and Precautions

Before using this medication, inform your doctor or pharmacist if you have any of the following conditions:

  • Liver problems or impaired liver function

  • Kidney problems or impaired kidney function

  • Use of levodopa

  • If you notice black or tarry stools (blood in stool), stop taking the medication immediately and contact your doctor or pharmacist.

  • If you experience irregular heartbeat, palpitations, or shortness of breath, inform your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

Drug Interactions

Before taking this medication, inform your doctor if you are using any of the following:

  • Antifungal medications, especially oral ketoconazole, fluconazole, or voriconazole

  • Certain antibiotics such as erythromycin, clarithromycin, telithromycin, moxifloxacin, or pentamidine

  • Heart or blood pressure medications such as amiodarone, dronedarone, quinidine, disopyramide, dofetilide, sotalol, diltiazem, or verapamil

  • Antipsychotic medications such as haloperidol, pimozide, sertindole

  • Antidepressants such as citalopram or escitalopram

  • Gastrointestinal medications such as cisapride, dolasetron, or prucalopride

  • HIV/AIDS medications (protease inhibitors)

  • Cancer treatments such as toremifene, vandetanib, or vincamine

  • Antacids

  • Apomorphine

  • Any other prescription, over-the-counter, or herbal medicines

Side Effects

Like any medication, Domperidone may cause some unwanted effects alongside its therapeutic benefits, although not all side effects occur in every individual.

Common side effects include

  • Dry mouth

  • Headache

  • Drowsiness

  • Allergic reactions

Storage Conditions

  • Store the medication at a temperature below 30°C, away from light and moisture, and in its original packaging.

  • Keep out of reach of children.

  • Do not store or use expired medication.

  • Discard any remaining medication one month after opening the bottle.

Packaging

  • 120 mL glass bottle (containing 1 mg of the active ingredient domperidone per 1 mL of oral suspension).

  • Each box contains a 120 mL glass bottle, a 10 mL measuring cup, and an instruction leaflet.

Marketing Authorization Holder and Manufacturer
Ofogh Darou Pharmaceutical, Kaveh Industrial City, Ofogh Darou Boulevard – Iran

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