Domperidone Pharmacology

Domperidone

About Domperidone
Antidopaminergic, Motility stimulant,Piperidine derivative, Antiemetic, anti-vertigo.
Mechanism of Action of Domperidone
Domperidone is a potent dopamine receptor antagonist. It acts centrally and blocks the Dopamine receptor in the Chemoreceptor trigger zone and produces Antiemetic effect.
Domperidone acts peripherally in the gastrointestinal system and increases oesophageal peristalsis, oesophageal sphincter pressure and gastric motility. These all facilitates gastric emptying. Domperidone is used in migraine to relieve nausea and vomiting.
Anaesthetic adjuncts: It is used preoperatively in order to reduce the post operative vomiting.
Pharmacokinets of Domperidone
Absorption: Domperidone is rapidly absorbed after oral administration. Since it undergoes first pass metabolism oral bioavailability is only 15 %. Distribution: It is widely distributed in the body in protein bound form. Metabolism: Domperidone undergoes metabolism in the liver. Excretion: It is excreted mainly in the faeces and also in the urine.
Onset of Action for Domperidone
30 - 60 minutes
Duration of Action for Domperidone
6 - 8 hours
Half Life of Domperidone
7.5 hours
Side Effects of Domperidone
1.Diarrhoea
2.Dry mouth
3.Galactorrhoea
4.Gynaecomastia
5.Skin rash
6.Abdominal discomfort
7.Dystonic reactions
Contra-indications of Domperidone
1.Hypersensitivity to Domperidone
2.Prolactin releasing pituitary tumour(prolactinoma)
3.Gastrointestinal obstruction
Special Precautions while taking Domperidone
1.Hepatic impairment
2.Renal impairment
Pregnancy Related Information
Contraindicated
Old Age Related Information
Use with caution
Breast Feeding Related Information
Use with caution
Children Related Information
Use with caution
NEONATES: contraindicated
Indications for Domperidone
1.Nausea and vomiting associated with gastrointestinal disorder and migraine.
2.Delayed gastric emptying of functional origin
3.As an Antiemetic in patient receiving cytotoxic drugs
4.Preanaesthetic medication

Interactions for Domperidone
Digoxin: Oral dose of digoxin needs to be reduced.
Aspirin, Paracetamol & Oral Diazepam: Increases absorption of these agents.
Anticholinergic agents: Antagonize the effects of domperidone.
Phenothiazines: CNS depression enhanced by domperidone.
Antimuscarinic agents and opioids: Antagonize GI effects of domperidone.
Suxamethonium: Neuromuscular blockade enhanced by domperidone.
Typical Dosage for Domperidone
Adults: 30 - 40 mg / day in 3 - 4 divided doses 30 minutes before meals and at bed time if required. After 2 weeks dose can be increased to 60 - 80 mg / day if needed.
Migraine: 20 mg by mouth may be taken up to every 4 hours with Paracetamol, as required up to a maximum of 4 doses in 24 hours.
Children: 300 mcg / kg body weight 3 - 4 times daily 30 minutes before meals and at bed time if required
Schedule of Domperidone
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Storage Requirements for Domperidone
Store at room temperature (15 - 30 degree C). Protect from direct sun light and moisture
Effects of Missed Dosage of Domperidone
Take the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose. Continue the regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Effects of Overdose of Domperidone
Give supportive measures and symptomatic treatment. Drug can be removed from the body by gastric lavage and absorption of the drug can be reduced by administration of activated charcoal. To control Extrapyramidal reactions give antiparkinsonian or anticholinergic agents.

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