Aglodom 10 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Aglodom Information

Aglodom is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Drops. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Nausea and Vomiting. Other than this, Aglodom has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Aglodom. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Aglodom also has some side effects, the most common being Dry Mouth. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Aglodom as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Aglodom 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.

In addition, Aglodom's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Aglodom related warnings talks about Aglodom's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Aglodom since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Aglodom have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Aglodom may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Aglodom is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Aglodom Benefits & Uses

Aglodom is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Nausea and Vomiting (Read More - Home remedies for nausea and vomiting)

Other Benefits

Diabetic Gastroparesis
Gastritis
Indigestion (Read More - Home Remedies for Indigestion)

Aglodom 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
Adult	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.3 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Aglodom Related Warnings

Is the use of Aglodom safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Aglodom. It is best to stop taking Aglodom immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Aglodom safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Aglodom. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Aglodom on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Aglodom. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Aglodom on the Liver?

Aglodom can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Aglodom on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Aglodom for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Aglodom with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Chloroquine

Quinidine

Citalopram

Fluoxetine

Haloperidol

Aglodom Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Breast Cancer
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Aglodom

Is this Aglodom habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Aglodom 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 Aglodom can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Aglodom should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Aglodom is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Aglodom Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Aglodom

Taking Aglodom with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Aglodom

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Aglodom and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Aglodom

Question over 4 years ago

Can Aglodom cause erectile dysfunction?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, Aglodom 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 over 5 years ago

How does Aglodom work?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Aglodom 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

Does Aglodom cause headache?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Aglodom can cause headache, this occurs rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown. If you experience severe headache after taking this drug, consider taking a mild painkiller, applying balms and complete rest, even after this if pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Aglodom?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Aglodom 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Aglodom cause bloating?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Aglodom 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.