Odlong: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Odlong Information

Odlong, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Capsule. Odlong also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Odlong is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Odlong include Dry Mouth, Dizziness, Muscle Ache. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Odlong as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Odlong go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Odlong has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Odlong has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Odlong related warnings section.

Odlong is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Osteoporosis are examples of such conditions.

Besides this, Odlong may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

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

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

Odlong Benefits & Uses

Odlong is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Peptic Ulcer
Nausea and Vomiting (Read More - Home remedies for nausea and vomiting)
GERD
Acidity (Read More - Home remedies for acidity)

Odlong 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: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Domperidone (10 mg), Omeprazole (20 mg)/Tablet, for course duration follow doctor's advice
Adult	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Domperidone (10 mg), Omeprazole (20 mg)/Tablet, for course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Domperidone (10 mg), Omeprazole (20 mg)/Tablet, for course duration follow doctor's advice

Odlong Related Warnings

Is the use of Odlong safe for pregnant women?

Odlong 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 Odlong safe during breastfeeding?

Odlong should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Odlong on the Kidneys?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Odlong on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Odlong. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Odlong on the Heart?

Odlong is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Odlong with Other Drugs

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

Unknown

Tramadol

Methotrexate

Warfarin

Ketoconazole

Nelfinavir

Odlong Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Osteoporosis

Frequently asked Questions about Odlong

Is this Odlong habit forming or addictive?

Odlong does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Odlong. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Odlong 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?

No, Odlong cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Odlong Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Odlong

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Odlong together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Odlong

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Odlong

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Odlong for acidity?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Odlong for acidity as it decreases the release of acid in your stomach which is responsible for acidity, burping, and discomfort in your stomach. You are advised to take it before a meal or as prescribed by your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Odlong work?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Odlong 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.

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Odlong?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

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

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Odlong?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Ideally, Odlong 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 over 4 years ago

Does Odlong cause bloating?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Odlong 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.