Motilium

Utilised to manage stomach nausea and emptying delay to alleviate vomiting and support upper gut comfort.

Dosage

Pack size

You will receive a quality generic equivalent of Motilium, depending on stock.

Prescription and consultation requirements for Motilium vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.

Motilium details

Conditions: Nausea and Vomiting · Dyspepsia
Alternative names: domperidone
Therapeutic class: Dopamine Antagonist
Pharmacological class: Prokinetic and Antiemetic
Known off-label uses: lactation induction
Contraindications: prolonged QT interval; gastrointestinal haemorrhage; prolactinoma
Minor side effects: dry mouth; headache; nausea
Moderate side effects: amenorrhoea; gynaecomastia; abdominal cramps
Dosage forms: Tablet
Administration route: Oral use
Supply category: Prescription-only medicine (POM)
Originator: Janssen
Onset Time: 30–60 minutes
Duration: 6–8 hours
Storage instructions: Store below 25°C.
Drug interactions: Ketoconazole; Erythromycin; QT-prolonging drugs
Age restrictions: Approved for adults.

Serious side effects

QT prolongation, requires immediate medical attention; torsades de pointes, requires immediate medical attention

Patient summary

utilised to manage stomach nausea and emptying delay to alleviate vomiting and support upper gut comfort.

Mechanism of action

Selectively blocks peripheral dopamine receptors, increasing lower oesophageal pressure and accelerating gastric emptying.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

TGA Category C: Safety has not been systematically established. Breastfeeding: Expelled in low quantities.

Motilium is the originator brand name, made by Janssen. We use it to identify the medicine and are not affiliated with Janssen.

The fulfilment partner confirms whether the exact brand or an equivalent containing Domperidone is offered.
The offered brand, manufacturer and dispatch location depend on the product, destination and partner warehouse.
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