Dompest 20mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Dompest 20mg Tablet is used in the treatment of indigestion, nausea, and vomiting. It increases the movement of food through the stomach and intestines, thereby relieving bloating, fullness, and gastric discomfort.
Take Dompest 20mg Tablet half an hour before each meal in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should take this medicine until your doctor tells you to stop. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects are headache, dry mouth, and stomach pain. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. It may also cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen the side effects. This medicine may also cause diarrhea, so it is better to take plenty of fluids while taking this medicine as it may help to prevent dehydration.
Before taking this medicine you should let your doctor know if you have liver or kidney problems. You shouldn't take it at the same time as an antacid. Pregnant women should also consult their doctor. You should avoid this medicine if suffering from bleeding ulcers in the stomach.
Take Dompest 20mg Tablet half an hour before each meal in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should take this medicine until your doctor tells you to stop. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects are headache, dry mouth, and stomach pain. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. It may also cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen the side effects. This medicine may also cause diarrhea, so it is better to take plenty of fluids while taking this medicine as it may help to prevent dehydration.
Before taking this medicine you should let your doctor know if you have liver or kidney problems. You shouldn't take it at the same time as an antacid. Pregnant women should also consult their doctor. You should avoid this medicine if suffering from bleeding ulcers in the stomach.
Uses of Dompest Tablet
Benefits of Dompest Tablet
In Treatment of Indigestion
Indigestion means discomfort of mainly the upper part of your stomach which may also have other symptoms such as stomach pain, bloating, feeling full, etc. Dompest 20mg Tablet improves the movement of food in your stomach and gut (intestine). This relieves these symptoms and helps in the proper digestion of food.
Take Dompest 20mg Tablet as prescribed by the doctor. Think about what foods trigger indigestion and try to avoid them; eat smaller, more frequent meals; try to lose weight if you are overweight, and try to find ways to relax. Do not eat within 3-4 hours of going to bed.
Take Dompest 20mg Tablet as prescribed by the doctor. Think about what foods trigger indigestion and try to avoid them; eat smaller, more frequent meals; try to lose weight if you are overweight, and try to find ways to relax. Do not eat within 3-4 hours of going to bed.
In Treatment of Nausea
Dompest 20mg Tablet blocks the action of chemicals in the body that can make you feel or be sick. It is often used to prevent nausea and vomiting that may be caused due to some medicines. should be used at the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration necessary to control nausea and vomiting. It is also effective at preventing nausea and vomiting after an operation (in adults only). The dose will depend on what you are being treated for but always take this medicine as it is prescribed.
Side effects of Dompest Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Dompest
- Headache
- Dryness in mouth
- Stomach pain
- Diarrhea
How to use Dompest Tablet
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. Dompest 20mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
How Dompest Tablet works
Dompest 20mg Tablet 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.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Dompest 20mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Dompest 20mg Tablet 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.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Dompest 20mg Tablet 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.
Driving
UNSAFE
Dompest 20mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Dompest 20mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Dompest 20mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Dompest 20mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Dompest 20mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Dompest 20mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with moderate and severe liver disease.
Use of Dompest 20mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with moderate and severe liver disease.
What if you forget to take Dompest Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Dompest 20mg Tablet, 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.\n \n
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Quick tips
- Dompest 20mg Tablet 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 Dompest 20mg Tablet 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.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Benzimidazole Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Dopamine (D2) receptor antagonist-Prokinetic agent
Patient concerns
FAQs
Q. What is Dompest 20mg Tablet used for?
Dompest 20mg Tablet is used for the treatment of nausea (feeling sick) and vomiting as and when recommended by your doctor.
Q. Is Dompest 20mg Tablet an over the counter drug?
Dompest 20mg Tablet is not an over-the-counter (OTC) medicine and it is not advisable to take it without a prescription.
Q. Does Dompest 20mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Weight gain has not been reported with the use of Dompest 20mg Tablet. If you notice any abnormal weight gain while using Dompest 20mg Tablet, please talk to your doctor.
Q. Does Dompest 20mg Tablet raise the blood pressure?
The increase in blood pressure is generally not seen with the use of Dompest 20mg Tablet. But if you experience an increase in blood pressure while using Dompest 20mg Tablet, please consult your doctor.
Q. Can I take Dompest 20mg Tablet for morning sickness?
Dompest 20mg Tablet is not indicated or recommended for treating morning sickness. Please consult your doctor if you plan to take any medicine for treating morning sickness.
Q. Can I take Dompest 20mg Tablet with antibiotics?
The use of Dompest 20mg Tablet with antibiotics like erythromycin, levofloxacin, moxifloxacin, spiramycin, and some antifungals is not recommended. Please consult your doctor before using any antibiotics with Dompest 20mg Tablet.
Q. Can I take Dompest 20mg Tablet with doxycycline?
Yes, Dompest 20mg Tablet can be taken with doxycycline. No drug-drug interactions have been reported. However, please consult your doctor before taking Dompest 20mg Tablet with doxycycline.
Q. Can I take Dompest 20mg Tablet with omeprazole?
Yes, Dompest 20mg Tablet can be taken with omeprazole. No drug-drug interactions have been reported. However, interactions may occur. Please consult your doctor before using the two medicines together.
Q. Can I take Dompest 20mg Tablet with amoxicillin?
Yes, Dompest 20mg Tablet can be taken with amoxicillin. No drug-drug interactions have been reported. However, please consult your doctor before taking Dompest 20mg Tablet with amoxicillin.
Q. Can I take Dompest 20mg Tablet with paracetamol?
Yes, Dompest 20mg Tablet can be taken with paracetamol. No drug--drug interactions have been reported. However, interactions may occur. Please consult your doctor.
Q. Is Dompest 20mg Tablet safe?
Yes. Dompest 20mg Tablet is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by the physician/ doctor.
Q. Is Dompest 20mg Tablet used for motion sickness?
Dompest 20mg Tablet is indicated for use in motion sickness. Please consult your doctor before using Dompest 20mg Tablet for motion sickness as it must be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor.
Q. Is Dompest 20mg Tablet an antibiotic?
No, Dompest 20mg Tablet is not an antibiotic. Dompest 20mg Tablet is an anti-emetic that is used to treat nausea (feeling sick) and vomiting (being sick).
Q. Does Dompest 20mg Tablet cause drowsiness?
Drowsiness has been reported as one of the rare side effects with Dompest 20mg Tablet. Please talk to your doctor if you experience excessive drowsiness while taking Dompest 20mg Tablet.
Q. Does Dompest 20mg Tablet increase milk secretion?
Yes, Dompest 20mg Tablet can increase milk secretion also known as galactorrhea. This is an uncommon side effect of Dompest 20mg Tablet. Talk to your doctor if you are experiencing this side effect while taking this medicine.
Q. Does Dompest 20mg Tablet cause bloating (gas)?
Dompest 20mg Tablet can cause some uncommon gastrointestinal side effects like regurgitation, appetite disorder, and heartburn, diarrhea. However, bloating (gas) has not been reported as a side effect with Dompest 20mg Tablet.
Q. Does Dompest 20mg Tablet cause hair loss?
Dompest 20mg Tablet has not been reported to cause hair loss. Please consult your doctor in case you experience excessive hair loss while taking Dompest 20mg Tablet.
Q. Does Dompest 20mg Tablet help to treat constipation?
Dompest 20mg Tablet is not indicated to treat constipation. Please talk to your doctor regarding its use.
Q. Does Dompest 20mg Tablet cause heart problems?
Dompest 20mg Tablet may be associated with an increased risk of heartbeat problems and heart attacks. This risk may be more likely in those over 60 years old or taking higher doses. The risk also increases when Dompest 20mg Tablet is given together with other medicines. Please share your medical history with your doctor if you are prescribed Dompest 20mg Tablet.
Q. Does Dompest 20mg Tablet cause constipation?
Yes, Dompest 20mg Tablet has been seen to cause constipation as a side effect. Consult your doctor if you experience excessive constipation while using Dompest 20mg Tablet.
Q. Does Dompest 20mg Tablet help to relieve bloating (gas)?
Dompest 20mg Tablet is an anti-emetic that 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.
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