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Okacid D is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule. The alternative uses of Okacid D have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Okacid D depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Okacid D are Dry Mouth, Dizziness, Muscle Ache. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Okacid D can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Okacid D are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Okacid D's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Okacid D's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Okacid D can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Okacid D in conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Osteoporosis.
Drug reaction of Okacid D with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Okacid D is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Okacid D is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Okacid D is used -
Common
Is the use of Okacid D safe for pregnant women?
Okacid D shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Okacid D safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Okacid D. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Okacid D on the Kidneys?
Okacid D may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Okacid D on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Okacid D. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Okacid D on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Okacid D on the heart have been reported.
Okacid D should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
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If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Okacid D unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Okacid D habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Okacid D has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Okacid D as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Okacid D should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Okacid D in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Okacid D
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Okacid D, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Okacid D
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Okacid D with alcohol will be.
No, Okacid D should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
No, Okacid D does not cause high blood sugar (hyperglycemia). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking it. You are advised to monitor your blood sugar level on daily basis. If you notice high blood sugar levels after taking this drug, then discuss it with your doctor who might change the dosage of your current medications.
Yes, Okacid D can cause dry mouth. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you experience severe dry mouth after taking this drug, keep yourself hydrated with juices, shakes, and ample water.
No, Okacid D does not cause erectile dysfunction. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking it. It is not a known side effect of this drug.
Okacid D is a brand name for domperidone. It is a prescription drug which belongs to the class of medication known as antiemetics (dopamine D2-receptor antagonist). It is mainly used for the treatment of nausea, vomiting, bloating and stomach fullness. It is also used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by certain medication used to treat Parkinson's disease.
This medicine data has been created by -
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