Domsafe is a prescription drug, available for use as Suspension. Secondary and off-label uses of Domsafe have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Domsafe depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Domsafe are Dry Mouth. While these are the most often observed Domsafe side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Domsafe are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Domsafe's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. In addition, Domsafe's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Domsafe related warnings section.
Domsafe can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Domsafe in conditions like Liver Disease, Diabetes. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Domsafe contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Domsafe have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Domsafe, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Domsafe is used to treat the following -
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 |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Is the use of Domsafe safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Domsafe will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Domsafe safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Domsafe on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Domsafe will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Domsafe on the Kidneys?
Domsafe may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Domsafe on the Liver?
Domsafe is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Domsafe on the Heart?
Using Domsafe does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Domsafe should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Domsafe unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Domsafe habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Domsafe is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Domsafe
Taking Domsafe with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Domsafe
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Domsafe.
Yes, Domsafe can help to reduce gas (flatulence) by preventing acidity (through decreasing the release of acid in your stomach) and facilitating gastric emptying.
Yes, Domsafe 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.
Take Domsafe as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid unpleasant side effects.
Domsafe 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.
No, Domsafe 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.
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References
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April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1310-1311
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Carafate
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