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Astropan-D Capsule Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

DOMPERIDONE-30MG

Uses:

<p>Astropan-D Capsule is used in the treatment of nausea and vomiting. The detailed uses of Astropan-D Capsule are as follows: <br/> • Nausea Relief: Astropan-D Capsule is commonly used to relieve nausea and vomiting caused by various conditions, including motion sickness and post-operative effects.<br/> • Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD): Astropan-D Capsule helps in managing symptoms related to GERD by reducing stomach acid and promoting gastric emptying, which can alleviate discomfort.<br/> • Functional Dyspepsia: Astropan-D Capsule can aid in the treatment of functional dyspepsia, providing relief from bloating, early satiety, and stomach discomfort.<br/> • Gastroparesis: For patients with delayed gastric emptying (gastroparesis), Astropan-D Capsule can assist in stimulating gastric motility, thus improving symptoms related to indigestion and fullness.<br/></p>

Medicinal Benefits:

Astropan-D Capsule contains domperidone, a dopamine antagonist that helps by blocking certain vomiting-inducing receptors in the brain. Astropan-D Capsule also acts as a prokinetic agent that increases the upper gastrointestinal tract's motility and decreases gastric emptying time. Domperidone is occasionally used to boost milk production. If you're experiencing difficulty nursing, your doctor may prescribe it if nothing else has helped.

FAQs

Astropan-D Capsule is used to treat nausea (feeling sick) and vomiting (being sick). Besides this, it also helps in the treatment of indigestion.

Astropan-D Capsule contains domperidone, which prevents nausea and vomiting symptoms by blocking certain receptors (like dopamine and serotonin) that stimulate the vomiting centre (chemoreceptor trigger zone – CTZ) located in the brain. It also acts as a prokinetic agent that increases the upper gastrointestinal tract's motility and helps decrease stomach emptying time.

If you are intolerant to sugars, please inform your doctor before starting Astropan-D Capsule as it contains lactose. So, to avoid any unpleasant side effects, do as your doctor advises.

Yes, Astropan-D Capsule can cause dry mouth. In case you feel excessively thirsty, please increase your fluid intake and do frequent mouth rinses.

If you miss a dose, take your medicine as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until that is due and continue as usual. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.

Domperidone should be used for the shortest time. It is commonly taken for up to a week. Domperidone can produce irregular heartbeats if taken for an extended time or at a high dose.

No, it is a prescribed medication; it should be used only if specified by the doctor.

Astropan-D Capsule may cause side effects such as dry mouth, headache or diarrhoea. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are have any liver or kidney problem, inform your doctor so that an alternative medicine may be recommended.

You are recommended to avoid spicy and oily foods. Limit smoking and alcohol consumption as they may worsen the reflux (stomach acid rising into esophagus). Also, avoid carbonated drinks such as cold drinks and soda as the carbon dioxide gas in them may worsen acid reflux. Limit your intake of chocolate and mint. Some pain killers such as Ibuprofen may increase acidity and worsen the condition. Thus, avoid using these for prolonged duration.

Take Astropan-D Capsule only for the duration as prescribed by your doctor. If you get relief from your symptoms, consult your doctor for a follow-up, where your doctor may lower the dose. Long term use of Astropan-D Capsule may cause fractures, low vitamin B12 levels and magnesium levels. You need to be cautious about these and continue to monitor your blood levels regularly and if required your doctor may prescribe the supplements for these deficiencies.

Astropan-D Capsule is contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity to domperidone or any other inactive ingredients of Astropan-D Capsule . Patients with underlying liver or kidney disease, should use caution.

Yes, the use of Astropan-D Capsule can cause diarrhoea. In case if you have diarrhoea, drink lots of water or other fluids. Avoid intake of fatty or fried foods along with Astropan-D Capsule . If diarrhoea persists and if you notice any signs of dehydration, such as decreased urination with dark colored and strong-smelling urine.

Store Astropan-D Capsule at room temperature in a cool and dry place. Protect from direct light and moisture. Keep it out of reach of children.

Yes, Astropan-D Capsule is safe if used as advised by the doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions.

It is best to take Astropan-D Capsule before food. Take it the 15 to 30 minutes before a meal or snack or take it as advised by your doctor.

Take Astropan-D Capsule as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.

You are recommended to take your doctor’s advice before taking Astropan-D Capsule if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.