Dori-DS Oral Suspension Orange is an antispasmodic medicine. In children, it is used in the treatment of abdominal pain. It provides relief from the pain associated with irritable bowel syndrome, intestinal or kidney stones, or other gastrointestinal diseases.
Give Dori-DS Oral Suspension Orange to your child at a fixed time either before or after food. If your child develops a stomach upset, it is best to give it with food. The doctor will prescribe the dose considering your child’s clinical condition, body weight, and age. Usually, it is given two to three times a day. It is most likely that the doctor will start with a low dose of Dori-DS Oral Suspension Orange and gradually increase the dose. Stick to the dose, time, and way as prescribed. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking this medicine, give the same dose again, but skip it if it's already time for the next dose.
Dori-DS Oral Suspension Orange can cause some minor and temporary side effects like nausea, dry mouth, and blurred vision. Usually, these episodes subside once your child’s body adapts to the medicine. However, in case these effects persist or start bothering your child, consult your child’s doctor without any delay.
Let your child’s doctor know if your child is already taking any medicines. Also, narrate your child’s complete medical history, including any prior episodes of allergy, heart problem, blood disorder, vascular disorders, birth defects, airway obstruction, lung anomaly, skin disorder, liver impairment, and kidney malfunction. This information is critical for dose alterations and in planning your child’s overall treatment.
Dori-DS Oral Suspension Orange effectively relieves sudden muscle spasms or contractions in the stomach and intestine (gut), thereby improving the pain. This helps to treat abdominal pain (or stomach pain) as well as cramps, bloating and discomfort associated with menstrual cycles or kidney stones also. Take it as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. Eventually, it will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.
Side effects of Dori Oral Suspension
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 Dori
Nausea
Vomiting
Dryness in mouth
Constipation
Blurred vision
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Hypotension (low blood pressure)
Fast heart rate
Sweating
How to use Dori Oral Suspension
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Dori-DS Oral Suspension Orange may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Dori Oral Suspension works
Dori-DS Oral Suspension Orange is an antispasmodic medicine that relieves contractions (spasms) associated with smooth muscles in the abdomen.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Dori-DS Oral Suspension Orange. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Dori-DS Oral Suspension Orange during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Dori-DS Oral Suspension Orange during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Dori-DS Oral Suspension Orange may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. As Dori-DS Oral Suspension Orange may cause vertigo.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Dori-DS Oral Suspension Orange is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Dori-DS Oral Suspension Orange is recommended. However, it should be used with caution in children with severe kidney disease. Dose alterations may be required in such children.
Liver
CAUTION
Dori-DS Oral Suspension Orange should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Dori-DS Oral Suspension Orange may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Dori Oral Suspension?
Do not panic. Unless your child’s doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, give the missed dose as soon as you remember it. Skip the missed dose if it is almost the time for the next dose. Do not give a double dose to catch up and follow the prescribed dosing schedule.
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My child who is having abdominal pain has to participate in a sports function tomorrow at school. Is Dori-DS Oral Suspension Orange the right choice?
Dori-DS Oral Suspension Orange may cause drowsiness and/or blurred vision. These side effects may impair physical or mental abilities. Therefore, it is advised to avoid the use of Dori-DS Oral Suspension Orange if your child has to perform a task that requires mental alertness.
Can I give Dori-DS Oral Suspension Orange to my child who is suffering from heart disease?
Dori-DS Oral Suspension Orange should be used with caution in children with heart disease as it can lower blood pressure levels. Always consult your child’s doctor before giving Dori-DS Oral Suspension Orange to your child.
What will happen if I overdose on Dori-DS Oral Suspension Orange?
Excessive intake of Dori-DS Oral Suspension Orange can result in increased incidence of side effects <br>In children. The symptoms of overdose include- nausea, vomiting, stomach discomfort, fall in blood pressure, and increased heart rate. In case of an overdose, consult your child’s doctor on an immediate basis.
What will happen if my child intake an expired Dori-DS Oral Suspension Orange?
It is very unlikely for a single dose of expired Dori-DS Oral Suspension Orange to produce an adverse event. However, please consult your child’s doctor if your child feels unwell or sick after consuming an expired medicine. Just remember, an expired medicine might not be as potent in treating your child’s condition. Therefore, it is advisable to refrain from using expired medicine.
My child is having constipation. Can I give Dori-DS Oral Suspension Orange?
Antispasmodic medicines such as Dori-DS Oral Suspension Orange relieve the stomach cramps brought on by irritable bowel syndrome by relaxing the smooth muscle of the gut. But these medicines may cause constipation as a side -effect, so they are not usually prescribed for children who develop constipation in IBS.
In which conditions should I avoid giving Dori-DS Oral Suspension Orange to my child?
Avoid giving Dori-DS Oral Suspension Orange in conditions like gastrointestinal obstruction, inflammatory bowel disease, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), cardiovascular disease, liver impairment, renal malfunction, hyperthyroidism, urinary obstruction, glaucoma, neuromuscular disease, down syndrome, or hypersensitivity to Dori-DS Oral Suspension Orange.
When should I call my child’s doctor right away?
Reach out to your child’s doctor without any delay if your child exhibits serious side- effects like impaired consciousness, blurred vision, bouts of diarrhea, hyperthermia, or psychosis.
Can other medicines be given at the same time as Dori-DS Oral Suspension Orange?
Dori-DS Oral Suspension Orange can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Dori-DS Oral Suspension Orange. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
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