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Motilium

Motilium

Domperidone

Domperidone tablets for nausea and vomiting. They speed up stomach emptying, which also reduces a heavy feeling after meals.

Active ingredient
Domperidone
Route
Oral use
Form
Tablet
Strengths
10mg

Motilium is the reference name. You receive a generic with the same active ingredient and strength.

No prescription needed: we place your order for Motilium on your behalf.

Motilium details

Alternative names
domperidone
Therapeutic class
Dopamine Antagonist
Pharmacological class
Prokinetic and Antiemetic
Known off-label uses
lactation induction
Contraindications
prolonged QT interval; gastrointestinal haemorrhage; prolactinoma
Minor side effects
dry mouth; headache; nausea
Moderate side effects
amenorrhoea; gynaecomastia; abdominal cramps
Dosage forms
Tablet
Administration route
Oral use
Originator
Janssen
Onset Time
30–60 minutes
Duration
6–8 hours
Storage instructions
Store below 25°C.
Drug interactions
Ketoconazole; Erythromycin; QT-prolonging drugs
Age restrictions
Approved for adults.
Serious side effects

QT prolongation, requires immediate medical attention; torsades de pointes, requires immediate medical attention

Patient summary

Domperidone tablets for nausea and vomiting. They speed up stomach emptying, which also reduces a heavy feeling after meals.

Mechanism of action

Selectively blocks peripheral dopamine receptors, increasing lower oesophageal pressure and accelerating gastric emptying.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Pregnancy: Safety has not been systematically established. Breastfeeding: Expelled in low quantities.

What you will receive

Motilium names the medicine you are looking for. What ships is a generic version of it.

  • A generic containing Domperidone at the strength you pick.
  • Which generic brand and maker ships depends on stock and destination.
  • Check the active ingredient, strength, form, pack, seal, batch and expiry when it arrives.

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