What is Perilax used for?
As an antiemetic for the short-term treatment of nausea & vomiting associated with levodopa/bromocriptine therapy for Parkinsonism. Also used for its prokinetic actions in dyspepsia.
What class of drug is domperidone?
Domperidone
| Clinical data | |
|---|---|
| Routes of administration | By mouth, intramuscular, intravenous ( d/c’d ), rectal |
| Drug class | D2 receptor antagonist; Prolactin releaser |
| ATC code | A03FA03 (WHO) QP51AX24 (WHO) |
| Legal status |
What is Geltazine medicine?
Symptomatic relief of peptic ulcer, acute & chronic gastritis, esophagitis & heartburn associated w/ hiatus hernia, pregnancy & post-radiation.
How much domperidone is safe?
How much should I take? The usual starting dose is 10 mg (one tablet) every eight hours (three times per day e.g. 6 am, 2 pm and 10 pm). The starting dose at the hospital should never exceed 30mg (3 tablets) in each 24 hours.
Is domperidone banned?
Background and Important Safety Information. Domperidone is not currently a legally marketed human drug and it is not approved for sale in the U.S. On June 7, 2004, FDA issued a public warning that distributing any domperidone-containing products is illegal.
What is Antaxid used for?
Used in the treatment of peptic ulcer and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
Is Miralax better than Metamucil?
Yes its okay: Miralax (polyethylene glycol) is a gentle laxative. Metamucil is a fiber supplement, and not really a laxative. A high fiber diet, including supplement like metamucil or generic equivalent, will keep your bms soft and regular. Use a laxative like MiraLAX (polyethylene glycol) from time to time if you need some help.
What are the long term effects of taking Miralax?
Miralax side effects are minimal. Most people who use this laxative do not experience any adverse effects on health. However, overdose or regular use of Miralax for a long period can cause side effects on health. Some of the common side effects of Miralax are: Nausea, abdominal cramping, gas formation, heartburn,
Which is better MiraLAX or Metamucil?
Metamucil is a fiber supplement that utilizes psyllium as its dietary fiber source. Miralax is an osmotic laxative, binding water to the stool for easier passage. Metamucil, because it is a fiber supplement, has other purposes and health benefits than Miralax.
How long should I wait to eat after taking Miralax?
Your question was a long time ago but Mayo Clinic’s GI department and their Pelvic Floor department recommends taking Miralax within 30 minutes after your largest meal of the day. I was told that it was fine to take two doses as well. It supposedly needs to go down on top of your food to work well.