Piker D: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Piker D Information

Piker D is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. The alternative uses of Piker D have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Piker D depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.

Piker D also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Piker D can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Piker D are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Piker D has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Piker D's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Piker D related warnings section.

Piker D is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Osteoporosis, Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects.

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

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

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

Piker D Benefits & Uses

Piker D is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Peptic Ulcer
Acidity (Read More - Home remedies for acidity)
Heartburn

Piker D 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

Piker D Related Warnings

Is the use of Piker D safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Piker D. If you are pregnant, do not take Piker D without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Piker D safe during breastfeeding?

Piker D may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Piker D on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Piker D. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Piker D on the Liver?

Piker D 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 Piker D on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Piker D on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Piker D with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Tramadol

Methotrexate

Nelfinavir

Ketoconazole

Erythromycin

Moderate

Digoxin

Warfarin

Piker D Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Osteoporosis
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Piker D

Is this Piker D habit forming or addictive?

Piker D does not cause addiction.

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 Piker D can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Piker D is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

Piker D is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Piker D Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Piker D

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Piker D with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Piker D

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Piker D.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Piker D

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Piker D cause diarrhoea?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Piker D 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

Does Piker D cause headache?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Piker D can cause headache, this occurs rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown. If you experience severe headache after taking this drug, consider taking a mild painkiller, applying balms and complete rest, even after this if pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Piker D?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Piker D 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

Is Piker D safe to use?

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

Yes, Piker D 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 over 4 years ago

Can Piker D reduce gas?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

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