L Dom: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

L Dom Information

L Dom is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule. Other than this, L Dom has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of L Dom depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Common side effects of L Dom include Dry Mouth. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, L Dom can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of L Dom 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, L Dom's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, L Dom's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the L Dom related warnings section.

L Dom can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid L Dom in conditions like Liver Disease. Other contraindications of L Dom have been discussed in the sections ahead.

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

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

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

L Dom Benefits & Uses

L Dom is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

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

L Dom 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: Gastritis Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Capsule Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 10 mg domperidone and 30 mg lansoprazole
Geriatric	Disease: Gastritis Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Capsule Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 10 mg domperidone and 30 mg lansoprazole

L Dom Related Warnings

Is the use of L Dom safe for pregnant women?

L Dom may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take L Dom again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of L Dom safe during breastfeeding?

L Dom can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of L Dom on the Kidneys?

Using L Dom does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of L Dom on the Liver?

L Dom may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of L Dom on the Heart?

L Dom is completely safe for the heart.

Severe Interaction of L Dom with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Atazanavir

Citalopram

Methotrexate

Rilpivirine

Moderate

Chloroquine

Quinidine

Citalopram

Fluoxetine

Haloperidol

Amlodipine,Atorvastatin

Capreomycin

L Dom Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Breast Cancer
Drug Allergy
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Osteoporosis
Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Liver Disease
Fractured Bones

Frequently asked Questions about L Dom

Is this L Dom habit forming or addictive?

L Dom does not cause addiction.

L Dom Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and L Dom

It is safe to take L Dom with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and L Dom

Taking alcohol with L Dom can be dangerous.

Frequently asked Questions about L Dom

Question over 4 years ago

Can L Dom cause erectile dysfunction?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, L Dom 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 L Dom work?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

L Dom 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

Can I discontinue L Dom on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

No, L Dom should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can L Dom cause rashes or itching?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, L Dom has been reported to cause rashes or itching but this occurs in a few cases only. It is a common side effect of this medicine. If you experience excessive itching then consult it with your doctor immediately.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take L Dom without consulting a doctor?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

L Dom is a prescription drug, hence do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.