Merin 5 mg/5 ml (Oral Suspension)
100 ml bottle: ৳ 38.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Domperidone maleate |
| Company | Edruc limited |
| Also available as |
ProductTitle
- Merin 5 mg/5 ml Suspension
Categories
- Medicine
- Digestive Health
- Nausea & Vomiting Relief
Description
- Dopamine antagonist medication
- Treats nausea and vomiting
- Gastroprokinetic action
- Regulates contraction of the pylorus
- Enhances antral and duodenal peristalsis
- Increases esophageal peristalsis
- Facilitates gastric emptying
- Increases lower esophageal sphincter pressure
- Prevents regurgitation of gastric content
DosageAndAdministration
- Should be taken 15-30 minutes before meals
- Usual recommended oral dose for adults: 10-20 mg every 6-8 hours daily
- Maximum dose for adults: 80 mg daily
- Recommended dose for children based on body weight
Contraindications
- Known hypersensitivity to the drug
- Neonates
- Gastrointestinal hemorrhage
- Mechanical obstruction or perforation
- Prolactin releasing pituitary tumor (prolactinoma)
SideEffects
- Transient intestinal cramps
- Rare extrapyramidal phenomena
- Increase in plasma prolactin level
- Rare allergic reactions such as rash and urticaria
PregnancyAndLactation
- Should only be used during the first trimester of pregnancy if justified by therapeutic benefit
- Not recommended for nursing mothers unless benefits outweigh potential risk
PrecautionsAndWarnings
- Use with caution in children due to risk of extra-pyramidal reactions
- Use with caution in patients with hepatic impairment
OverdoseEffects
- Drowsiness
- Disorientation
- Extrapyramidal reactions
- Activated charcoal may be administered
TherapeuticClass
- Motility Stimulants
- Dopamine antagonist
- Prokinetic drugs
StorageConditions
- Store below 30°C
- Protected from light & moisture
- Keep out of children's reach
ChemicalStructure
- Molecular Formula: C22H24ClN5O2
CommonQuestionsAboutSuspension
- Helps relieve nausea, vomiting, and indigestion
- May cause dizziness and sleepiness
- Should be taken as per the dose and duration prescribed by the doctor
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the suspension
- Inform doctor if watery diarrhea, fever, or persistent stomach pain occurs