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Emidon 10mg Tablet DT Substitute

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Composition:

DOMPERIDONE-10MG

Uses:

<p>Emidon 10mg Tablet DT is used in the treatment of nausea and vomiting. The detailed uses of Emidon 10mg Tablet DT are as follows: </p><ul><li>Nausea Relief: Emidon 10mg Tablet DT is commonly used to relieve nausea and vomiting caused by various conditions, including motion sickness and post-operative effects.</li><li>Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD): Emidon 10mg Tablet DT helps in managing symptoms related to GERD by reducing stomach acid and promoting gastric emptying, which can alleviate discomfort.</li><li>Functional Dyspepsia: Emidon 10mg Tablet DT can aid in the treatment of functional dyspepsia, providing relief from bloating, early satiety, and stomach discomfort.</li><li>Gastroparesis: For patients with delayed gastric emptying (gastroparesis), Emidon 10mg Tablet DT can assist in stimulating gastric motility, thus improving symptoms related to indigestion and fullness.</li></ul>

Medicinal Benefits:

Emidon 10mg Tablet DT contains domperidone, a dopamine antagonist that helps by blocking certain vomiting-inducing receptors in the brain. Emidon 10mg Tablet DT also acts as a prokinetic agent that increases the upper gastrointestinal tract's motility and decreases gastric emptying time. Domperidone is occasionally used to boost milk production. If you're experiencing difficulty nursing, your doctor may prescribe it if nothing else has helped.

FAQs

Emidon 10mg Tablet DT is used to treat nausea (feeling sick) and vomiting (being sick). Besides this, it also helps in the treatment of indigestion.

Emidon 10mg Tablet DT contains domperidone, which prevents nausea and vomiting symptoms by blocking certain receptors (like dopamine and serotonin) that stimulate the vomiting centre (chemoreceptor trigger zone-CTZ) located in the brain. It also acts as a prokinetic agent that increases the upper gastrointestinal tract motility and helps decrease stomach emptying time.

Yes, Emidon 10mg Tablet DT can cause dry mouth. In case you feel excessively thirsty, please increase your fluid intake and do frequent mouth rinses.

Emidon 10mg Tablet DT should be used for the shortest time. It is commonly taken for up to a week. This medicine can produce irregular heartbeats if taken for an extended time or at a high dose.

No, it is a prescribed medication; it should be used only if specified by the doctor.

If you miss a dose, take your medicine as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until that is due and continue as usual. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.

Emidon 10mg Tablet DT may cause side effects such as dry mouth, headache or diarrhoea. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

You are recommended to avoid spicy and oily foods. Limit smoking and alcohol consumption as they may worsen the reflux (stomach acid rising into esophagus). Also, avoid carbonated drinks such as cold drinks and soda as the carbon dioxide gas in them may worsen acid reflux. Limit your intake of chocolate and mint. Some pain killers such as Ibuprofen may increase acidity and worsen the condition. Thus, avoid using these for prolonged duration.

Emidon 10mg Tablet DT is contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity to domperidone or any other inactive ingredients of Emidon 10mg Tablet DT. Patients with underlying liver or kidney disease, should use caution.

Yes, the use of Emidon 10mg Tablet DT can cause diarrhoea. In case if you have diarrhoea, drink lots of water or other fluids. Avoid intake of fatty or fried foods along with Emidon 10mg Tablet DT. If diarrhoea persists and if you notice any signs of dehydration, such as decreased urination with dark colored and strong-smelling urine.

It is best to take Emidon 10mg Tablet DT before food. Take it the 15 to 30 minutes before a meal or snack or take it as advised by your doctor.