Dompy is a prescription drug, available for use as Suspension, Tablet. Nausea and Vomiting are some of its major therapeutic uses. Dompy also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Dompy depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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 Dompy are Dry Mouth. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Dompy can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Dompy go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Dompy is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Dompy's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Dompy related warnings section.
Dompy can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Dompy in conditions like Liver Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Dompy contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Dompy have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Dompy is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Dompy 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.
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Is the use of Dompy safe for pregnant women?
Dompy can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Dompy, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Dompy safe during breastfeeding?
Dompy may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Dompy, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Dompy.
What is the effect of Dompy on the Kidneys?
Dompy 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.
What is the effect of Dompy on the Liver?
Dompy 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.
What is the effect of Dompy on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Dompy for the heart.
Dompy 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 Dompy unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dompy habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Dompy is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Dompy, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Dompy can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Dompy only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Dompy is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Dompy
You can take Dompy with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dompy
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Dompy with alcohol will be.
Yes, Dompy 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.
Yes, Dompy 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.
Dompy 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.
No, Dompy 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, Dompy 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.
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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
