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Aldom is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Nausea and Vomiting. Other than this, Aldom has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Aldom 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Aldom include Dry Mouth. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Aldom can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Aldom are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Aldom is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Aldom has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Aldom related warnings section.
Aldom is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Aldom contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Aldom with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Aldom is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Aldom is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Aldom is used -
Severe
Common
Is the use of Aldom safe for pregnant women?
Aldom may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Aldom, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Aldom safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Aldom. Immediately discontinue Aldom if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Aldom on the Kidneys?
Aldom 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 Aldom on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Aldom. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Aldom on the Heart?
Using Aldom does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Aldom should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Aldom unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Aldom habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Aldom.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Aldom as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Aldom only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Aldom for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Aldom
Taking Aldom with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Aldom
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Aldom with alcohol will be.
Yes, Aldom 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.
Yes, Aldom can cause constipation. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe constipation after taking this drug then inform your doctor and take precautionary methods such as eating fibrous foods to avoid constipation.
No, Aldom 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.
No, Aldom 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.
Aldom 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.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 666-667
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1310-1311
