Motilium
Domperidone tablets for nausea and vomiting. They speed up stomach emptying, which also reduces a heavy feeling after meals.
All strengths and pack prices
| Strength | Pack | Price | Per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10mg | 10 tablets | $63.00 | $6.30 |
| 10mg | 20 tablets | $70.00 | $3.50 |
| 10mg | 30 tablets | $77.00 | $2.57 |
| 10mg | 60 tablets | $86.00 | $1.43 |
| 10mg | 90 tablets | $94.00 | $1.04 |
| 10mg | 120 tablets | $101.00 | $0.84 |
| 10mg | 180 tablets | $109.00 | $0.61 |
| 10mg | 270 tablets | $132.00 | $0.49 |
| 10mg | 360 tablets | $147.00 | $0.41 |
- Category
- Digestive Health
- 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.
- Conditions
- Nausea and Vomiting · Dyspepsia
- 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.
FAQ
Is the Motilium on Direct Meds a generic?
Yes, you receive a generic. Motilium is the original brand, made by Janssen, and Direct Meds uses the name to identify the medicine; the generic has the same active ingredient (domperidone) at the same strength. The generic brand and manufacturer depend on available stock.
How much does Motilium cost in South Africa?
Motilium comes in a 10mg strength, in packs of 10 to 360 tablets, and the price of every option is shown above. Prices are set in US dollars and converted. Larger packs cost less per tablet.
Payment and prices →What are the brand names for domperidone in South Africa?
In South Africa, domperidone is also sold under brand names such as Vomidon and Vomi-Guard.
What is Motilium used for?
Motilium contains domperidone, used for nausea and vomiting and indigestion (dyspepsia).
How long does Motilium take to work?
Domperidone usually starts to work within 30 to 60 minutes, and its effect lasts about 6 to 8 hours. This varies from person to person.
What are the side effects of Motilium?
The common side effects of domperidone are dry mouth, headache and nausea. Less common ones include amenorrhoea, gynaecomastia and abdominal cramps. Serious but less common side effects include QT prolongation and torsades de pointes, which need urgent medical attention.
Which medicines interact with Motilium?
Domperidone can interact with ketoconazole, erythromycin and QT-prolonging drugs. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take before you start taking Motilium.
Is Motilium available over the counter in South Africa?
Online, yes: Direct Meds does not ask for a prescription to order Motilium. We are a broker, not a dispensing pharmacy. We arrange orders and delivery with our affiliated supplier on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Can I buy Motilium online in South Africa?
Yes. Our affiliated supplier delivers across South Africa. Estimated delivery is 7 days with Express Delivery, which includes online tracking, or up to 3 weeks with Regular Delivery.
How ordering works →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.