Lapent D: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Lapent D Information

Lapent D is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Lapent D also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Lapent D. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Lapent D are Headache, Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Lapent D have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Lapent D are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Lapent D has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Lapent D has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Lapent D related warnings section.

Lapent D is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Osteoporosis, Kidney Disease are examples of such conditions.

Additionally, Lapent D may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Lapent D, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Lapent D Benefits & Uses
Lapent D Dosage & How to Take
Lapent D Side Effects
Lapent D Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Lapent D with Other Drugs
Lapent D Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Lapent D
Lapent D Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Lapent D Benefits & Uses

Lapent D is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Peptic Ulcer
Acidity (Read More - Home remedies for acidity)
Heartburn

Lapent D Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: pantoprazole (40 mg) and domperidone (10 mg)
Adult	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: pantoprazole (40 mg) and domperidone (10 mg)
Geriatric	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: pantoprazole (40 mg) and domperidone (10 mg)

Lapent D Related Warnings

Is the use of Lapent D safe for pregnant women?

Lapent D shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Lapent D safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Lapent D may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Lapent D should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Lapent D on the Kidneys?

Lapent D can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Lapent D on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Lapent D. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Lapent D on the Heart?

Lapent D may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Lapent D with Other Drugs

Lapent D should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Tramadol

Methotrexate

Nelfinavir

Ketoconazole

Erythromycin

Moderate

Digoxin

Warfarin

Lapent D Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lapent D unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Osteoporosis
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Lapent D

Is this Lapent D habit forming or addictive?

Lapent D does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Lapent D, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Lapent D can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Lapent D only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Lapent D for mental disorders.

No

Lapent D Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lapent D

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Lapent D together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Lapent D

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Lapent D with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Lapent D

Question over 4 years ago

Can Lapent D cause erectile dysfunction?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, Lapent 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Lapent D safe to use?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, Lapent D is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as a headache, itching, and rash. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Lapent D work?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Lapent D contains domperidone (dopamine D2-receptor antagonist). It works by inhibiting the neurotransmitter dopamine (a chemical messenger present in our body) from acting on the vomiting center present in the brain thus preventing nausea and vomiting which provides relief to the patient from nausea and vomiting.

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Lapent D?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Ideally, Lapent D should be taken by mouth once daily but it can be taken twice in some cases depending on the severity of symptoms or as advised by your doctor. It should be taken before 30 minutes of eating food to prevent acidity and heartburn. Precautions must be taken in patients with hypersensitivity and improper liver function.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Lapent D without consulting a doctor?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Lapent D is a prescription drug, hence do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.