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Description
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A specific blocker of dopamine receptors. It speeds gastrointestinal peristalsis, causes prolactin release, and is used as antiemetic and tool in the study of dopaminergic mechanisms. [PubChem] |
| Indication |
For management of dyspepsia, heartburn, epigastric pain, nausea, and vomiting. |
| Pharmacology |
Domperidone is a specific blocker of dopamine receptors. It speeds gastrointestinal peristalsis, causes prolactin release, and is used as antiemetic and tool in the study of dopaminergic mechanisms. |
| Toxicity |
Side effects include galactorrhea, gynecomastia, or menstrual irregularities. |
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Humans and other mammals |
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| Absorption |
Fast |
| Half Life |
7 hours |
| Protein Binding |
91%-93% |
| References |
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Silvers D, Kipnes M, Broadstone V, Patterson D, Quigley EM, McCallum R, Leidy NK, Farup C, Liu Y, Joslyn A: Domperidone in the management of symptoms of diabetic gastroparesis: efficacy, tolerability, and quality-of-life outcomes in a multicenter controlled trial. DOM-USA-5 Study Group. Clin Ther. 1998 May-Jun;20(3):438-53.
[Pubmed]
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