# Domperidone ## Primary Uses Domperidone is an antiemetic and gastroprokinetic medication used to relieve nausea and vomiting while improving stomach motility. It is commonly prescribed for the following conditions: * **Nausea and Vomiting:** Helps relieve nausea and vomiting by blocking dopamine receptors that trigger the vomiting reflex. * **Gastrointestinal Disorders:** Reduces symptoms such as stomach fullness, upper abdominal bloating, discomfort, and indigestion caused by delayed gastric emptying. * **Gastroparesis:** Promotes faster stomach emptying in patients with delayed gastric motility, including those with diabetes or gastritis. * **Support During Parkinson's Disease Treatment:** Helps prevent nausea and digestive discomfort caused by certain medications used to treat Parkinson's disease. ## How to Take It Domperidone should be taken **15 to 30 minutes before meals** for the best results. It usually starts working within **30 to 60 minutes** after administration. This medicine is generally prescribed for **short-term use**, typically for **up to one week**, unless otherwise directed by your physician. ## Side Effects Most people tolerate Domperidone well; however, some may experience mild side effects, including: * Dry mouth (most common) * Headache * Abdominal cramps * Dizziness (occasionally) If you experience severe side effects such as irregular heartbeat, chest pain, or fainting, seek immediate medical attention. ## Precautions * Use during **pregnancy or breastfeeding** only if prescribed by a healthcare professional. * Do not use this medicine if you have certain **heart conditions**, **moderate to severe liver disease**, or **gastrointestinal bleeding, obstruction, or perforation**. * Inform your doctor about all medications you are taking, as Domperidone may interact with certain medicines that affect heart rhythm or liver enzymes. * Always use this medication exactly as directed by your physician.