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Roo Rd Information

Roo Rd is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule. Secondary and off-label uses of Roo Rd have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Roo Rd. 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.

Common side effects of Roo Rd include Dry Mouth, Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Roo Rd have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Roo Rd go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Roo Rd's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Roo Rd related warnings talks about Roo Rd's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Roo Rd is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Diarrhea (Loose Motions) are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Roo Rd have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Roo Rd have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that Roo Rd is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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

Roo Rd Benefits & Uses

Roo Rd is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Zollinger Ellison syndrome
Peptic Ulcer
Stomach Gas
GERD
Acidity (Read More - Home remedies for acidity)

Roo Rd 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Zollinger Ellison syndrome Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 20 mg rabeprazole and 10 mg domperidone
Adult	Disease: Zollinger Ellison syndrome Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 20 mg rabeprazole and 10 mg domperidone
Geriatric	Disease: Zollinger Ellison syndrome Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 20 mg rabeprazole and 10 mg domperidone

Roo Rd Related Warnings

Is the use of Roo Rd safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Roo RD in pregnant women.
Is the use of Roo Rd safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Roo RD. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Roo Rd on the Kidneys?

Roo RD is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Roo Rd on the Liver?

Roo RD is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Roo Rd on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Roo RD for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Roo Rd with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Chloroquine

Quinidine

Citalopram

Fluoxetine

Haloperidol

Caffeine

Codeine

Paracetamol

Aliskiren

Amlodipine

Valsartan

Olmesartan

Roo Rd Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Breast Cancer
Drug Allergy
Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Liver Disease
Gastric Cancer
Osteoporosis

Frequently asked Questions about Roo Rd

Is this Roo Rd habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Roo Rd is addictive.

Roo Rd Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Roo Rd

You can take Roo Rd with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Roo Rd

Consuming Roo Rd with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Frequently asked Questions about Roo Rd

Question over 5 years ago

What is Roo RD?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Roo RD 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.

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Roo RD?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Take Roo RD as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid unpleasant side effects.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Roo RD cause diarrhoea?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Roo RD 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Roo RD on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

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

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Roo RD without consulting a doctor?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Roo RD 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.