Domperidone (Systemic)

Brand Names : Motilium®

Category

• Anti-emetic
• Dopaminergic blocking agent

Description

Domperidone(dom-PER-i-done) is a medicine that increases the movements or contractions of the stomach and bowel. Domperidone is also used to treat nausea and vomiting caused by other drugs used to treat Parkinson's Disease.

Domperidone is to be given only by or under the immediate supervision of your doctor. It is available in the following dosage forms:

Oral
• Tablets (Canada)

Brand Names

Some commonly used brand names are:

In Canada -

• Motilium[reg ]

* Not commercially available in the U.S.