What is motilium?
The motilium initially produced by the laboratoryJanssen Cilag, is anantiemetic drug composed of domperidone, which is responsible for reducing and controlling the forced evacuation of stomach contents, that is, what is commonly known as vomiting, in addition to exerting stimulation of gastric motility.
In this sense, being one of the potent inhibitors of involuntary gastric emptying, it is marketed in oral suspensionin presentations of 120 ml containing 1 mg / ml of domperidone or inblister of 30 tablets of 10 mg ofmotilium per tablet.
Important: It should not be administered inchildren over 12 years of age weighing less than 35 kgand should not exceed the intake more than 3 times a day. If taken after eating its effect may decrease.
What is motilium for?
Motilium (domperidone) mayimprove nausea or vomiting induced by gastrointestinal problems. The administration of this medicine is usual within the treatment of patients suffering from non-ulcer dyspepsia,Helicobacter pylori infection, gastritis, gastroesophageal reflux, among others. (1)
Its function is to reduce the feeling of nausea andthus prevent the regurgitation of gastric juicesthat often irritate the esophageal mucosa.
You should know: The use of motilium, together with its doses and the times a day it should be ingested, should always be recommended by a specialist if the patient suffers from other diseases.
Motilium Side Effects
Taking motilium can cause certain adverse effects, although motilium does not cross the blood-brain barrier , that is, rarely this medicine can cause disorders or adverse reactions.
However, it counts as one of the drugs that prolong the QT interval, that is, it can increase the risk of generating ventricular arrhythmias , among other side effects that we will detail below:
- Renal insufficiency.
- Liver failure.
- Mechanical obstruction or perforation of the intestines.
- Muscle spasms.
- Drowsiness.
- headache.
- Diarrhea.
Important: If you experience any of these reactions, you should Immediately consult your doctor .
Motilium contraindications
Some Health conditions or particular situationsprevent the administration of this medicine, therefore they must be taken into account before starting any treatment with it. In this sense, motilium is contraindicated in the following cases:
- Parkinson’s disease.
- People over 60 who have heart problems should not exceed the dose of 30 mg daily. (two)
- Medium risk in pregnancy and little presence in breast milk .
- Do not combine with medications such as: clarithromycin, Ketoconazole ,
- It must be indicated by a specialist in people who suffer from HIV
Key Findings
- Motilium is a medication that contains domperidone , a compound that reduces nausea and vomiting.
- It is administered orally, it can be purchased in tablets or in oral suspension.
- Among its Adverse effects , the following stand out: renal and hepatic failure , in addition to being contraindicated for people over 60 years of age who suffer from heart disease or weigh less than 35 kg.
- Taking more than 30 mg of domperidone daily can be dangerous , a doctor’s approval is recommended before taking this medication.
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