Motilium is a medication that increases the movement of contraction in the stomach and bowel. This medication can be used for gastroparesis and ulcerative colitis treatment. In some cases, domperidone may be used as an anti-nausea drug used for conditions like Parkinson’s disease. By increasing the movement of food through the digestive tract, you can reduce the feeling of bloating, fullness, or indigestion. It also blocks chemicals in the brain that cause nausea and vomiting.

Read the packaged instructions before taking Motilium.
Always follow your doctor’s directions.

• The average dose for people 12 years or older is 10mg or one tablet taken up to three times a day
• Do not take more than 3 doses in a 24-hour period
• Take your doses about half an hour before meals
• Domperidone should not be taken for longer than 7 days in most cases

Before taking Motilium, tell your doctor if:

• You are pregnant or breastfeeding
• You have problems with your liver or kidneys
• You have previous problems with the digestive system
• You have previously experienced internal bleeding
• You have a tumor on your pituitary gland
• You have an irregular heart rhythm
• You have any allergies to medications

Common side effects of Motilium:

• Headache, trouble sleeping, or nervousness
• Depression, tiredness, or irritability
• Dry mouth or thirst
• Rash or itchy skin
• Mouth ulcers or cold sores
• Itchy eyes and crusty eyelids

Serious side effects may include:

• Unusual secretion of breast milk
• Decrease in sex drive in men or women
• Irregular menstrual period
• Uncontrollable movements in the face, arms, or legs
• Fast or irregular heartbeats
• Passing urine more frequently

What is domperidone used for?

Motilium (domperidone) is used for several conditions like gastroparesis and ulcerative colitis. Gastroparesis affects the movement of muscles in the stomach whereas ulcerative colitis causes inflammation of the digestive tract. This medication can improve digestive tract movement and improve unpleasant gastrointestinal movement.