Gitek

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  • Contains / Salt: Domperidone (10 mg) + Pantoprazole (20 mg)
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Gitek Information

Gitek, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Other than this, Gitek has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Gitek depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Common side effects of Gitek include Headache, Diarrhoea. While these are the most often observed Gitek side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Gitek go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Gitek's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Gitek has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Gitek related warnings section.

Gitek can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Gitek in conditions like Liver Disease, Osteoporosis, Kidney Disease.

Drug reaction of Gitek with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Gitek, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.



Gitek Benefits & Uses

Gitek is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Gitek 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: Peptic Ulcer
  • Before or After Meal: Before meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Dosage strength: pantoprazole (40 mg) and domperidone (10 mg)
Adult
  • Disease: Peptic Ulcer
  • Before or After Meal: Before meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Dosage strength: pantoprazole (40 mg) and domperidone (10 mg)
Geriatric
  • Disease: Peptic Ulcer
  • Before or After Meal: Before meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Dosage strength: pantoprazole (40 mg) and domperidone (10 mg)


Gitek Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Gitek is used -

Severe

  • Difficulty breathing
  • Arrhythimia

Common

Gitek Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Gitek safe for pregnant women?


    Gitek shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Gitek safe during breastfeeding?


    Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Gitek. It should only be taken after medical advice.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Gitek on the Kidneys?


    Gitek can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Gitek on the Liver?


    Gitek may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Gitek on the Heart?


    Side effects of Gitek rarely affect the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Gitek with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Gitek Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Gitek

  • Is this Gitek habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Gitek has not been reported.

    No
  • 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 Gitek can make you feel drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Gitek only as per medical advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    There is no benefit of taking Gitek for mental disorders.

    No

Gitek Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Gitek


    Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Gitek, due to a lack of research on this.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Gitek


    Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Gitek with alcohol.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Gitek

Question about 5 years ago

Is Gitek safe to use?

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

Yes, Gitek 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.

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Gitek?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

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

Question over 4 years ago

Can Gitek reduce gas?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Gitek can help to reduce gas (flatulence) by preventing acidity (through decreasing the release of acid in your stomach) and facilitating gastric emptying.

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Gitek?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Ideally, Gitek 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.

Question about 5 years ago

What is Gitek?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Gitek 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.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 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

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Protonix (pantoprazole sodium)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 653

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 984-986

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