Nopidol DP Tablet
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Product introduction
Nopidol DP Tablet is a medicine used for the treatment of severe acute pain. It blocks the transmission of pain signals to the brain to lower pain perception. It is also used to treat vomiting. It improves the motility of the stomach and intestines.
Nopidol DP Tablet can be taken with or without food. The dose and duration will depend on what you are taking it for and how well it helps your symptoms. You should keep taking the medicine even if you feel better until the doctor says it is alright to stop using it.
Using this medicine may cause few common side effects such as nausea, vomiting, constipation, and dry mouth. If you experience any such side effects that do not go away or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms. In general, you should try to use the smallest amount necessary to control your symptoms.
Before using the medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any other medical conditions or disorders. It may also affect, or be affected by, some other medicines you are using so let your doctor know all the other medicines you are taking. It should be used with caution in patients who are alcoholic or have liver or kidney disease. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors first before using the medicine.
Nopidol DP Tablet can be taken with or without food. The dose and duration will depend on what you are taking it for and how well it helps your symptoms. You should keep taking the medicine even if you feel better until the doctor says it is alright to stop using it.
Using this medicine may cause few common side effects such as nausea, vomiting, constipation, and dry mouth. If you experience any such side effects that do not go away or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms. In general, you should try to use the smallest amount necessary to control your symptoms.
Before using the medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any other medical conditions or disorders. It may also affect, or be affected by, some other medicines you are using so let your doctor know all the other medicines you are taking. It should be used with caution in patients who are alcoholic or have liver or kidney disease. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors first before using the medicine.
Uses of Nopidol DP Tablet
- Treatment of Severe acute pain
- Treatment of Vomiting
Benefits of Nopidol DP Tablet
In Treatment of Severe acute pain
Nopidol DP Tablet is used to treat severe acute pain in conditions like menstrual cramp, arthritis, headache and muscle aches. It works by reducing substances in the body that causes pain. It also decreases tendency of nausea and vomiting associated with headache or menstrual cramps. This reduces discomfort and helps you do your daily activities without any problem.
In Treatment of Vomiting
Nopidol DP Tablet is used to prevent nausea and vomiting due to various reasons. It helps to keep the entrance to the stomach properly closed so that the stomach contents do not go upwards into the food pipe (esophagus). As a result, you will feel less sick and have less tendency to vomit. It is best to take Nopidol DP Tablet 15 to 30 minutes before food.
Side effects of Nopidol DP Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Nopidol DP
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Constipation
- Dryness in mouth
- Sleepiness
- Weakness
- Dizziness
How to use Nopidol DP Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Nopidol DP Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Nopidol DP Tablet works
Nopidol DP Tablet is a combination of three medicines: Domperidone, Paracetamol and Tramadol. Domperidone is a prokinetic which works on the region in the brain that controls vomiting. It increases the movement of the stomach and intestines, allowing food to move more easily through the stomach. Paracetamol is an analgesic (pain reliever) and an anti-pyretic (fever reducer) which works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause fever and pain. Tramadol is an opioid analgesic (pain reliever) which works by blocking the transmission of pain signals to the brain to lower pain perception.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Nopidol DP Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Nopidol DP Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Nopidol DP Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Consult a doctor immediately if the baby shows signs of increased sleepiness (more than usual), difficulty breastfeeding, breathing problems, or limpness.
Consult a doctor immediately if the baby shows signs of increased sleepiness (more than usual), difficulty breastfeeding, breathing problems, or limpness.
Driving
UNSAFE
Nopidol DP Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Nopidol DP Tablet may cause side effects such as drowsiness and blurred vision. If this happens, do not drive.
Nopidol DP Tablet may cause side effects such as drowsiness and blurred vision. If this happens, do not drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Nopidol DP Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Nopidol DP Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Nopidol DP Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Nopidol DP Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Nopidol DP Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Nopidol DP Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Nopidol DP Tablet in case of severe painful conditions as well as to prevent vomiting.
- Stick to simple meals and avoid spicy rich food in order to avoid feeling sick (nausea).
- Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
- Seek medical attention right away if you have symptoms, such as: agitation, sweating, shivering, fast heart rate, muscle stiffness, twitching or loss of coordination.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
Yes
Therapeutic Class
PAIN ANALGESICS
Patient concerns
FAQs
What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Nopidol DP Tablet?
Keep this medicine in the packet or the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
Can I discontinue the medicine when my pain is relieved?
Nopidol DP Tablet is usually used for short term and can be discontinued when your pain is relieved. However, Nopidol DP Tablet should be continued if advised by the doctor.
Can the use of Nopidol DP Tablet cause constipation?
Yes, the use of Nopidol DP Tablet can cause constipation. Talk to your doctor about treating constipation, if it persists for a long time.
Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Nopidol DP Tablet?
Nopidol DP Tablet should be avoided in patients with known allergy to any of the components or excipients of this medicine. Nopidol DP Tablet can cause problems when used with the medicine that can cause sleepiness. It should also be avoided with MAO inhibitors (certain medicines that are used in the treatment of depression or Parkinson’s disease). Nopidol DP Tablet should not be used in patients who are suffering from severe liver disease or epilepsy.
Can the use of Nopidol DP Tablet cause damage to the liver?
Nopidol DP Tablet is usually safe when consumed in the recommended dose. However, an overdose of Nopidol DP Tablet can damage your liver. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine, it may increase your risk of liver damage.
Can the use of Nopidol DP Tablet cause dry mouth?
Yes, the use of Nopidol DP Tablet can cause dry mouth. If you experience dry mouth, drink plenty of water. Take regular sips during the day and keep some water by your bed at night. You may use lip balm if your lips are also dry.
Can I take a higher than the recommended dose of Nopidol DP Tablet?
No, taking a higher than the recommended dose of Nopidol DP Tablet can lead to increased chances of side effects and liver damage. If the recommended dosage does not relieve your symptoms or you experience increased severity of pain, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.
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- Domperidone and domperidone maleate. South Ruislip, Middlesex: Aurobindo Pharma - Milpharm Ltd.; 2003 [revised 14 Nov. 2017]. [Accessed 19 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Address: Post Dhabhasa, Tal Padra, Dist Vadodara, Gujarat 391440, INDIA
Country of origin: India
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