Opar Dm: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Opar Dm Information

Opar Dm is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. The alternative uses of Opar Dm have also been explained below.

The optimal dosage of Opar Dm is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Opar Dm also has some side effects, the most common being Dry Mouth, Dizziness, Muscle Ache. While these are the most often observed Opar Dm side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Opar Dm are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Opar Dm has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Opar Dm's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Opar Dm can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Opar Dm in conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Osteoporosis.

Additionally, Opar Dm may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

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

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

Opar Dm Benefits & Uses

Opar Dm is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Peptic Ulcer
Nausea and Vomiting (Read More - Home remedies for nausea and vomiting)
GERD
Acidity (Read More - Home remedies for acidity)

Opar Dm 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: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Domperidone (10 mg), Omeprazole (20 mg)/Tablet, for course duration follow doctor's advice
Adult	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Domperidone (10 mg), Omeprazole (20 mg)/Tablet, for course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Domperidone (10 mg), Omeprazole (20 mg)/Tablet, for course duration follow doctor's advice

Opar Dm Related Warnings

Is the use of Opar Dm safe for pregnant women?

Opar DM has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Opar DM without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Opar Dm safe during breastfeeding?

Opar DM may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Opar Dm on the Kidneys?

Opar DM 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 Opar Dm on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Opar DM. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Opar DM only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Opar Dm on the Heart?

Opar DM is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Opar Dm with Other Drugs

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

Unknown

Tramadol

Methotrexate

Warfarin

Ketoconazole

Nelfinavir

Opar Dm Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Osteoporosis

Frequently asked Questions about Opar Dm

Is this Opar Dm habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Opar Dm has not been reported.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Opar Dm can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Opar Dm should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Opar Dm for mental disorders.

No

Opar Dm Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Opar Dm

There is no information on the effects of taking Opar Dm with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Opar Dm

Information about the interaction of Opar Dm and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Opar Dm

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Opar DM cause diarrhoea?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Opar DM has been reported to cause diarrhoea but this occurs in a few cases only. It is a common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug, discuss your doctor immediately without any further delay.

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Opar DM?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Take Opar DM as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid unpleasant side effects.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Opar DM reduce gas?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Opar DM can help to reduce gas (flatulence) by preventing acidity (through decreasing the release of acid in your stomach) and facilitating gastric emptying.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Opar DM cause bloating?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Opar DM does not causes bloating (swollen belly after eating food which might be caused by excessive gas production). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking it. If you are experiencing bloating after taking this medicine, then try eating less spicy and fibre rich food also try to eat food in less quantity at a time. Taking probiotics or digestive enzyme supplements might be helpful in reducing bloating.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Opar DM work?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Opar DM 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.