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Peristal Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Nausea and Vomiting. Other than this, Peristal Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Peristal Tablet 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.
Peristal Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Dry Mouth. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Peristal Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Peristal Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Peristal Tablet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Peristal Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Peristal Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Peristal Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Peristal Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Peristal Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Peristal Tablet 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 Peristal Tablet is used -
Severe
Common
Is the use of Peristal Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Peristal can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Peristal right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Peristal Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Peristal 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 Peristal Tablet on the Kidneys?
Peristal 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 Peristal Tablet on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Peristal. 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 Peristal Tablet on the Heart?
Peristal is completely safe for the heart.
Peristal Tablet 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 Peristal Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Peristal Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Peristal Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Peristal Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Peristal Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Peristal Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Peristal Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Peristal Tablet
You can take Peristal Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Peristal Tablet
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Peristal Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
No, Peristal 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.
Yes, Peristal can help to reduce gas (flatulence) by preventing acidity (through decreasing the release of acid in your stomach) and facilitating gastric emptying.
Ideally, Peristal should be taken by mouth once daily but it can be taken twice in some cases depending on the severity of symptoms or as advised by your doctor. It should be taken before 30 minutes of eating food to prevent acidity and heartburn. Precautions must be taken in patients with hypersensitivity and improper liver function.
Yes, Peristal 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.
Yes, you can take Peristal 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
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