Elapra D
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About Elapra D Products
Domperidone side effects
Common
Headache, Dryness in mouth, Stomach pain, Diarrhea.
How Elapra D Products work
Domperidone is a prokinetic. It works on the region in the brain that controls vomiting. It also acts on the upper digestive tract to increase the movement of the stomach and intestines, allowing food to move more easily through the stomach.
Uses of Ilaprazole
Ilaprazole is used in the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (acid reflux) and peptic ulcer disease.
Ilaprazole side effects
Common
Nausea, Headache, Flatulence, Diarrhea.
Patient Concerns about Elapra D
Frequently asked questions about Elapra D Products
Frequently asked questions about Domperidone
Q. What is Domperidone used for?
Domperidone is used for the treatment of nausea (feeling sick) and vomiting as and when recommended by your doctor.
Q. Is Domperidone an over the counter drug?
Domperidone is not an over-the-counter (OTC) medicine and it is not advisable to take it without a prescription.
Q. Does Domperidone cause weight gain?
Weight gain has not been reported with the use of Domperidone. If you notice any abnormal weight gain while using Domperidone, please talk to your doctor.
Q. Does Domperidone raise the blood pressure?
The increase in blood pressure is generally not seen with the use of Domperidone. But if you experience an increase in blood pressure while using Domperidone, please consult your doctor.
Q. Can I take Domperidone for morning sickness?
Domperidone is not indicated or recommended for treating morning sickness. Please consult your doctor if you plan to take any medicine for treating morning sickness.
Q. Can I take Domperidone with antibiotics?
The use of Domperidone with antibiotics like erythromycin, levofloxacin, moxifloxacin, spiramycin, and some antifungals is not recommended. Please consult your doctor before using any antibiotics with Domperidone.
Q. Can I take Domperidone with doxycycline?
Yes, Domperidone can be taken with doxycycline. No drug-drug interactions have been reported. However, please consult your doctor before taking Domperidone with doxycycline.
Q. Can I take Domperidone with omeprazole?
Yes, Domperidone can be taken with omeprazole. No drug-drug interactions have been reported. However, interactions may occur. Please consult your doctor before using the two medicines together.
Q. Can I take Domperidone with amoxicillin?
Yes, Domperidone can be taken with amoxicillin. No drug-drug interactions have been reported. However, please consult your doctor before taking Domperidone with amoxicillin.
Q. Can I take Domperidone with paracetamol?
Yes, Domperidone can be taken with paracetamol. No drug--drug interactions have been reported. However, interactions may occur. Please consult your doctor.
Q. Is Domperidone safe?
Yes. Domperidone is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by the physician/ doctor.
Q. Is Domperidone used for motion sickness?
Domperidone is indicated for use in motion sickness. Please consult your doctor before using Domperidone for motion sickness as it must be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor.
Q. Is Domperidone an antibiotic?
No, Domperidone is not an antibiotic. Domperidone is an anti-emetic that is used to treat nausea (feeling sick) and vomiting (being sick).
Q. Does Domperidone cause drowsiness?
Drowsiness has been reported as one of the rare side effects with Domperidone. Please talk to your doctor if you experience excessive drowsiness while taking Domperidone.
Q. Does Domperidone increase milk secretion?
Yes, Domperidone can increase milk secretion also known as galactorrhea. This is an uncommon side effect of Domperidone. Talk to your doctor if you are experiencing this side effect while taking this medicine.
Q. Does Domperidone cause bloating (gas)?
Domperidone can cause some uncommon gastrointestinal side effects like regurgitation, appetite disorder, and heartburn, diarrhea. However, bloating (gas) has not been reported as a side effect with Domperidone.
Q. Does Domperidone cause hair loss?
Domperidone has not been reported to cause hair loss. Please consult your doctor in case you experience excessive hair loss while taking Domperidone.
Q. Does Domperidone help to treat constipation?
Domperidone is not indicated to treat constipation. Please talk to your doctor regarding its use.
Q. Does Domperidone cause heart problems?
Domperidone may be associated with an increased risk of heartbeat problems and heart attacks. This risk may be more likely in those over 60 years old or taking higher doses. The risk also increases when Domperidone is given together with other medicines. Please share your medical history with your doctor if you are prescribed Domperidone.
Q. Does Domperidone cause constipation?
Yes, Domperidone has been seen to cause constipation as a side effect. Consult your doctor if you experience excessive constipation while using Domperidone.
Q. Does Domperidone help to relieve bloating (gas)?
Domperidone is an anti-emetic that is used to treat nausea (feeling sick) and vomiting (being sick). It is not indicated to treat bloating (gas). Please consult your doctor before using this medicine.
Frequently asked questions about Ilaprazole
Q. What is Ilaprazole used for?
Ilaprazole is used for the treatment of peptic ulcer disease, reflux esophagitis or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Ilaprazole prevents acidity associated with use of painkillers. It is also used to treat a disease associated with excessive acid production in the stomach known as Zollinger Ellison syndrome (ZES). It works by reducing the amount of acid made by your stomach and thus relieves your symptoms.
Q. Is Ilaprazole safe?
Yes, Ilaprazole is relatively safe. Most of the people who take Ilaprazole do not get a side effect. It is advised to be taken as directed by the doctor for maximum benefit.
Q. Can I take Ilaprazole for a long term?
Ilaprazole is usually prescribed for short term use only. However, if need arises, such as for treating peptic ulcer disease, ZE syndrome etc, Ilaprazole may be prescribed for a long term duration as well. Long term use may carry an increased risk for side effects and must be discussed with the doctor. Please use Ilaprazole as advised by your doctor and under their supervision.
Q. What are the long term side effects of Ilaprazole?
If Ilaprazole is used for more than 3 months, certain long term side effects may be seen. The most important of these is low magnesium levels in your blood which may make you feel tired, confused, dizzy, shaky or dizzy. You may also have muscle twitches or irregular heartbeat. If the use is further prolonged for more than a year, you may have an increased risk of bone fractures, stomach infections and vitamin B12 deficiency. Vitamin B12 deficiency can make you anemic, as a result of which you may feel more tired, weak, or pale. Additionally you may have palpitations, shortness of breath, lightheadedness, indigestion, loss of appetite, flatulence (gas) or nerve problems such as numbness, tingling and problem in walking.
Q. What is the best time to take Ilaprazole?
Usually, Ilaprazole is taken once a day, first thing in the morning. If you take Ilaprazole twice a day, take 1 dose in the morning and 1 dose in the evening. The tablets should be swallowed whole (remember not be chewed or crushed) and taken at least 1 hour before a meal with some water.
Q. Can I stop taking Ilaprazole if I feel better?
If you have been taking Ilaprazole for a long time. Stopping it abruptly may lead to increased acid production, thereby worsening your symptoms. Therefore, you must discuss any dose changes or if you wish to come off Ilaprazole.
Q. Does Ilaprazole cause weight gain?
Although rare but long-term treatment with Ilaprazole may cause weight gain. The reason could be the relief from reflux symptoms which could make you eat more. Consult your doctor for any weight-related concern.
Q. Can I take alcohol with Ilaprazole?
No, alcohol intake is not advised with Ilaprazole. Alcohol itself does not affect the working of Ilaprazole, but it can increase the acid production. This may further cause worsening of your symptoms.
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