Dyspepsia
Dyspepsia is the medical term for indigestion: a cluster of uncomfortable feelings after eating, such as heartburn, bloating, nausea or a heavy fullness in the upper abdomen.
Key points
- For most people, dyspepsia is not a sign of a serious condition and settles with simple changes to diet or routine.
- The ingredient domperidone helps the stomach empty more quickly, which can ease lingering discomfort after meals.
Common questions about Dyspepsia
Is dyspepsia the same as indigestion?
Yes. Dyspepsia is simply the clinical term for indigestion. Both words describe the same cluster of uncomfortable feelings that can follow eating or drinking, including burning, fullness, nausea and wind.
Which medicines are listed for dyspepsia?
The catalogue lists Domperidone for this condition. Domperidone is a medicine that helps the stomach empty more quickly, which can reduce the lingering discomfort some people feel after eating or drinking.
