Rantac-Dom Tablet is a prescription medicine. It is used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux) and peptic ulcer disease. It relieves heartburn, stomach pain or irritation, and indigestion. It promotes the movement of food in the stomach to prevent nausea or vomiting.
Rantac-Dom Tablet is a combination of two medicines. It is to be taken in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. In case you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. A high dose or overdose may have harmful effects on the body.
This medicine is generally well tolerated by patients. However, it may cause diarrhea, sleepiness, tiredness, headache, confusion, muscle pain in some people. Before taking the medicine always consult your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or if you are suffering from any severe stomach, liver, kidney disease, or any known disease.
In Treatment of Gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux)
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a chronic (long-term) condition in which there is an excess production of acid in the stomach. Rantac-Dom Tablet reduces the amount of acid your stomach makes and relieves the pain associated with heartburn and acid reflux. You should take it exactly as it is prescribed for it to be effective.
Some simple lifestyle changes can help reduce the symptoms of GERD. Think about what foods trigger heartburn and try to avoid them; eat smaller, more frequent meals; try to lose weight if you are overweight, and try to find ways to relax. Do not eat within 3-4 hours of going to bed.
Side effects of Rantac-Dom 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 Rantac-Dom
Diarrhea
Sleepiness
Tiredness
Headache
Confusion
Muscle pain
How to use Rantac-Dom 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. Rantac-Dom Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
How Rantac-Dom Tablet works
Rantac-Dom Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Domperidone and Ranitidine, which relieves symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Rantac-Dom Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Rantac-Dom 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
Rantac-Dom Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Rantac-Dom Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Rantac-Dom Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Rantac-Dom Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Rantac-Dom Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Rantac-Dom Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Rantac-Dom Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Rantac-Dom 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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