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Rd Od is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule. Rd Od also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Rd Od 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Rd Od include Dry Mouth, Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Rd Od have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Rd Od 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.
In addition, Rd Od's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Rd Od related warnings talks about Rd Od's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Rd Od 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. Some other conditions that can be affected by Rd Od are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Rd Od with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Rd Od is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Rd Od is used to treat the following -
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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Rd Od is used -
Severe
Mild
Common
Is the use of Rd Od safe for pregnant women?
Rd Od is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Rd Od safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Rd Od. Immediately discontinue Rd Od if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Rd Od on the Kidneys?
Rd Od is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Rd Od on the Liver?
Rd Od is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Rd Od on the Heart?
Rd Od is completely safe for the heart.
Rd Od 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 Rd Od unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rd Od habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Rd Od.
Interaction between Food and Rd Od
Taking Rd Od with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rd Od
Consuming Rd Od with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, Rd Od can cause dry mouth. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you experience severe dry mouth after taking this drug, keep yourself hydrated with juices, shakes, and ample water.
Yes, Rd Od can help to reduce gas (flatulence) by preventing acidity (through decreasing the release of acid in your stomach) and facilitating gastric emptying.
Ideally, Rd Od 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, Rd Od 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.
Rd Od 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1077-1078