Frequently Asked Questions about Motilium
The internet is full of frequently asked questions about Motilium. It is a popular drug for the treatment of common gastric problems that’s no longer available in the US. In this post, we’ll try to answer as many questions as we can. And, let you know that Motilium is in fact still available from us for quick delivery.What’s Motilium used for?
Motilium (generic name: domperidone) is used to treat nausea and vomiting and certain gastrointestinal problems like gastroparesis. The drug increases the motility in the digestive system. As a result, food that passes through the stomach is quickly moved towards the intestines, thus preventing its return and vomiting. Originally, Motilium was also prescribed as a lactose-boosting medication for breast-feeding mothers. However, when negative side effects were reported, its FDA approval was withdrawn. This only affected availability in the USA, and the drug is still widely approved and available in other countries. It can be prescribed to treat nausea and vomiting in adults and adolescents over twelve years of age and weighing 35 kilos (80 pounds) or more. Normal dosage is for a maximum of 4-7 days, at the discretion of the prescribing doctor. Motilium can be used to relieve nausea and gastrointestinal symptoms in Parkinson’s disease, especially for patients who cannot tolerate some of the side effects of the regular medications. Nausea and vomiting is a major problem for people with Parkinson’s. That’s because most medications used to treat it, such as Stalevo and Sinemet, are taken orally and can cause nausea as a side effect. Other anti-nausea drugs, such as Pramin, may worsen the extrapyramidal symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. That’s because they do cross the blood–brain barrier in normal doses, so they have no effect on these symptoms.What is in the drug?
Motilium’s main active component is domperidone, which is a dopamine antagonist medication. A dopamine antagonist is a type of medication that works by blocking the action of dopamine. Dopamine is a neurotransmitter (a chemical messenger in the brain) that plays a role in regulating mood, movement, and other functions in the body. Dopamine antagonists are often prescribed as an off-label option to treat psychiatric conditions such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. It’s also prescribed to alleviate nausea and vomiting in conditions such as chemotherapy-induced nausea, morning sickness, and motion sickness. They may also be used to treat other conditions such as migraine headaches, hiccups, and certain movement disorders. By blocking dopamine receptors in the brain and gut, dopamine antagonists such as domperidone can help reduce nausea and vomiting. As well, it can improve gastric emptying and relieve symptoms of bloating and discomfort. However, because dopamine is also involved in other functions in the body, such as regulating heart rate and blood pressure, dopamine antagonists can also have other effects such as changes in heart rhythm and blood pressure, as well as movement disorders and other neurological symptoms.How is the medicine supplied?
Motilium is available in 10 mg strength tablet form. There are three packages of 10 mg tablets, supplied by us as follows:| Manufacturer | Quantity | Price |
| Generic – Apo | 500 Tablets | $258.00 |
| Generic – Teva | 100 Tablets | $55.00 |
| Brand – Janssen Cilag | 21 Tablets | $14.00 |
