Benidon 5 mg/5 ml (Oral Suspension)
60 ml bottle: ৳ 35.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Domperidone maleate |
| Company | Benham pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Title
- Benidon 5 mg/5 ml Suspension
Categories
- Medicine
- Pharmaceutical
Description
- Dopamine antagonist medication for the treatment of dyspeptic symptom complex, nausea, and vomiting
Formulation
- Suspension
DosageStrength
- 5 mg/5 ml
Indications
- Epigastric sense of fullness
- Abdominal distension
- Upper abdominal pain
- Eructation
- Flatulence
- Early satiety
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Heartburn
- Non-ulcer dyspepsia
- Acute nausea
- Functional nausea
- Organic nausea
- Infectious nausea
- Dietetic-induced nausea
- Nausea induced by radiotherapy
- Nausea induced by drug therapy
- Nausea induced in migraine
- Parkinson's disease-induced nausea and vomiting
- Radiological studies for speeding barium transit
Pharmacology
- Dopamine antagonist
- Gastroprokinetic action
- Blocks dopamine receptors in CTZ and stomach
- Restores normal motility and tone of upper gastrointestinal tract
DosageAdministration
- RecommendedDose: 10-20 mg for adults
- DosageFrequency: Every 6-8 hours daily
- MaximumDose: 80 mg daily
- ChildrenDose: 2-4 ml suspension/10 kg body weight
- RectalDosage: 30-60 mg every 4-8 hours for adults
Interaction
- Anticholinergic drugs may antagonize the antidyspeptic effect
- Concomitant use with CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase plasma levels of domperidone
Contraindications
- Known hypersensitivity to domperidone
- Neonates
- Gastrointestinal hemorrhage
- Mechanical obstruction or perforation
- Prolactin releasing pituitary tumor
SideEffects
- Transient intestinal cramps
- Extrapyramidal phenomena
- Galactorrhea
- Gynecomastia
- Allergic reactions such as rash and urticaria
PregnancyLactation
- Use in the first trimester of pregnancy if justified by therapeutic benefit
- Not recommended during nursing
PrecautionsWarnings
- Caution in children due to risk of extra-pyramidal reactions
- Caution in hepatic impairment
SpecialPopulations
- Use in infants with caution and close medical supervision
- Use in liver disorders with caution
- Dosing adjustment in severe renal insufficiency
OverdoseEffects
- Drowsiness
- Disorientation
- Extrapyramidal reactions
TherapeuticClass
- Motility Stimulants
- Dopamine antagonist
- Prokinetic drugs
StorageConditions
- Store below 30°C
- Protected from light and moisture
- Keep out of children's reach
ChemicalStructure
- MolecularFormula: C22H24ClN5O2
- StructureImage: https://medex.com.bd/storage/res/g-res-380-domperidone-maleate-chemical-structure-4Q6P0Z8laWrV7xnOkSMm.svg
CommonQuestions
- Used for treating nausea and vomiting
- Helps relieve nausea, vomiting, and indigestion
- Should be taken before meals as per doctor's prescription
- May cause dizziness and sleepiness
- Avoid alcohol consumption
- Inform doctor if experiencing specific symptoms
- Do not exceed 7 days of usage without consulting doctor