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Leedom Information

Leedom, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. The alternative uses of Leedom have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Leedom. 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 side effects typically associated with Leedom include Dry Mouth. While these are the most often observed Leedom side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Leedom 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, Leedom's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, Leedom's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Leedom related warnings section.

Leedom is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Leedom contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Leedom have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

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

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

Leedom Benefits & Uses

Leedom 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)

Leedom 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

Leedom Related Warnings

Is the use of Leedom safe for pregnant women?

Leedom can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Leedom right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Leedom safe during breastfeeding?

Leedom 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 Leedom on the Kidneys?

Leedom is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Leedom on the Liver?

Leedom is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Leedom on the Heart?

Using Leedom does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Leedom with Other Drugs

Leedom 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

Leedom Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Leedom 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 Leedom

Is this Leedom habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Leedom.

Leedom Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Leedom

You can take Leedom with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Leedom

Taking Leedom with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Frequently asked Questions about Leedom

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Leedom cause rashes or itching?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Leedom 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 over 5 years ago

How does Leedom work?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Leedom 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 almost 5 years ago

Can I take Leedom for acidity?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Leedom for acidity as it decreases the release of acid in your stomach which is responsible for acidity, burping, and discomfort in your stomach. You are advised to take it before a meal or as prescribed by your doctor.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Leedom cause high blood sugar?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

No, Leedom 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Leedom safe to use?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, Leedom 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.