Domperidone 10mg + Paracetamol 325mg

Domperidone 10mg + Paracetamol 325mg — Uses and Benefits

This medicine is commonly used to relieve pain, fever, and associated nausea or vomiting, such as during migraine attacks, fever with an upset stomach, or other painful conditions accompanied by digestive discomfort.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Fever with body ache
• Headache or migraine with nausea
• Pain accompanied by vomiting or feeling sick
• General mild to moderate pain relief with stomach upset

HOW IT WORKS

• Paracetamol acts on the brain's temperature and pain centres to reduce fever and pain
• Domperidone blocks certain receptors in the gut and brain that cause nausea and vomiting
• Domperidone also helps the stomach empty faster, easing bloating and discomfort
• Together they treat pain/fever and the nausea that often comes with it

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• Not a treatment for infections such as bacterial or viral illness itself
• Not meant for chronic long-term pain without medical supervision
• Not for motion sickness prevention
• Not a substitute for treating the underlying cause of vomiting

How to Use Domperidone 10mg + Paracetamol 325mg

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually before meals
• Swallow the tablet with a glass of water
• Do not crush or chew unless advised
• Do not take more than the prescribed dose or for longer than advised
• Avoid taking with alcohol

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take it as soon as you remember
• If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one
• Do not take double dose to make up for a missed one
• If unsure, ask your pharmacist or doctor

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack
• Do not store in the bathroom or near a sink

Domperidone 10mg + Paracetamol 325mg — Side Effects

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Dry mouth
• Headache
• Mild stomach discomfort
• Drowsiness

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Diarrhoea or constipation
• Skin rash or itching
• Breast tenderness or swelling
• Dizziness

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Irregular heartbeat, palpitations, or fainting
• Yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice)
• Severe skin reaction with blistering or peeling
• Swelling of face, lips, or throat with difficulty breathing (allergic reaction)
• Unusual bleeding or dark-coloured urine

This is not a complete list. Report any unusual or persistent symptom to your doctor or pharmacist.

Domperidone 10mg + Paracetamol 325mg — Safety Information and Precautions

This is a prescription medicine in India and should only be used under a doctor's guidance.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Have a known allergy to domperidone, paracetamol, or similar drugs
• Have severe liver disease
• Have a tumour of the pituitary gland (prolactinoma)
• Have a known heart rhythm problem or are on medicines that affect heart rhythm

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have kidney or liver disease
• Have any heart condition
• Are pregnant or breastfeeding
• Are elderly or have low potassium/magnesium levels

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Other paracetamol-containing products (risk of overdose)
• Medicines affecting heart rhythm (like certain antibiotics or antifungals)
• Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors such as ketoconazole
• Blood thinners like warfarin
• Other anti-nausea medicines

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I take this medicine daily for a long time?

No, it should be used only for short-term relief as advised by your doctor, not for prolonged regular use.

Can I take it with other painkillers?

Avoid combining with other paracetamol-containing medicines to prevent accidental overdose; check with your pharmacist first.

Is it safe during pregnancy?

• It should only be used in pregnancy if your doctor feels it is necessary, after weighing benefits and risks.
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