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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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Is the use of Peristal Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Peristal can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Peristal, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Peristal Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Peristal may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Peristal, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Peristal.
What is the effect of Peristal Tablet on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Peristal. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Peristal Tablet on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Peristal. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Peristal Tablet on the Heart?
Peristal is completely safe for the heart.
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?
No, there is no any evidence that Peristal Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Peristal Tablet can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Peristal Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Peristal Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Peristal Tablet
It is safe to take Peristal Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Peristal Tablet
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Peristal Tablet with alcohol.
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 cause constipation. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe constipation after taking this drug then inform your doctor and take precautionary methods such as eating fibrous foods to avoid constipation.
Peristal 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.
Yes, Peristal 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.
No, Peristal 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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