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San 10 MG Tablet DT

Manufactured bySanat Products Ltd.
ContainsDomperidone
Description
San 10 MG Tablet DT is an anti-emetic (drug effective against vomiting and nausea). It is used to relieve nausea, vomiting and indigestion and also increases intestinal movements and facilitates the emptying of the bowel. San 10 MG Tablet DT works by blocking certain substances in your brain that trigger nausea or vomiting. San 10 MG Tablet DT shows some side effects like headache, dry mouth, stomach pain, etc. This medicine may cause dizziness or drowsiness. Avoid doing any work that requires mental focus like driving vehicles or operating machines. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects do not resolve with time or worsen. Avoid using this medicine if you are allergic to it. San 10 MG Tablet DT may also cause diarrhoea. Make sure to hydrate yourself if you experience diarrhoea to prevent dehydration. Hydrating well will also prevent dry mouth. You may take sugar-less candy in case you have a sensation of dry mouth. San 10 MG Tablet DT can be taken on an empty stomach. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of this medicine based on the severity of your medical condition. You should take this medicine until your doctor tells you to stop and avoid an overdose of this medicine. San 10 MG Tablet DT may interact with other medications, therefore inform your doctor if you take any medication. It is advisable not to take it together with antacids. To make sure San 10 MG Tablet DT is safe for you, share the entire medical history with your doctor such as problems related to liver, kidney, heart disease, etc. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for San 10 MG Tablet DT

  • Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet
  • Difficulty in breathing
  • Skin rash
  • Irregular heartbeat
  • Dry mouth
  • Chest pain
  • Dizziness and fainting
  • Extreme tiredness

Uses of San 10 MG Tablet DT

What is it prescribed for?

  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Gastric motility disorders
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The time San 10 MG Tablet DT takes to show its effect is not known.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which San 10 MG Tablet DT remains active in your body is not known.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    San 10 MG Tablet DT has no habit forming tendency.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    San 10 MG Tablet DT should only be used in pregnant women only if clearly indicated. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    San 10 MG Tablet DT passes into the breastmilk in extremely low amounts that may not be harmful. However, consult your doctor before using this medicine.

Allergy

Avoid taking San 10 MG Tablet DT if you are allergic to it. If you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of your face/tongue/throat), dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc., consult your doctor at the earliest.

Tumor of Pituitary gland

San 10 MG Tablet DT is not recommended for use if you have a prolactin-releasing tumour of the pituitary gland as this medicine is known to have a prolactin-releasing effect which can affect you, and may increase the risk of worsening your condition.

Heart diseases

San 10 MG Tablet DT is not recommended for use if you have any heart disease like congestive heart failure (a condition where the heart cannot pump blood efficiently) as it can result in QT prolongation (changes in the pattern of heartbeat), hence affecting the working of your heart. This can increase the risk of worsening your condition.

Severe liver disease

San 10 MG Tablet DT can affect your liver when given for a long period or in high doses. This medicine is not recommended if your child has severe liver problems. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Gastro-intestinal bleeding

San 10 MG Tablet DT is not recommended if you are having stomach or intestinal bleeding as it may worsen your condition.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

San 10 MG Tablet DT should only be used in pregnant women only if clearly indicated. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.

Breast-feeding

San 10 MG Tablet DT passes into the breastmilk in extremely low amounts that may not be harmful. However, consult your doctor before using this medicine.
General warnings

Other medicines

San 10 MG Tablet DT may interact with many other medicines and cause adverse effects. Hence, it is advised to inform your doctor about all the current medicines before starting the treatment.

Electrolyte imbalance

San 10 MG Tablet DT should be used with extreme caution if you are with short or long-term electrolyte imbalance due to the increased risk of worsening your condition. Regular monitoring of electrolyte levels is recommended. Your doctor may adjust the dose if required.

Prolactin imbalance

San 10 MG Tablet DT may cause an imbalance in the levels of prolactin, resulting in disturbances in the menstrual cycle.

Dosage and duration of uptake

San 10 MG Tablet DT should be used for the shortest duration possible. Strictly follow your doctor's instructions.

Use in children

San 10 MG Tablet DT should not be used in children below 12 years of age due to the lack of safety data.

Missed Dose

If you forget to take San 10 MG Tablet DT, give it as soon as you remember. Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Do not take San 10 MG Tablet DT more than the prescribed dose. Consult your doctor if you suspect that you might have taken an overdose of this medicine.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Cisapride

Erythromycin

Ketoconazole

Disease interactions

Kidney Disease

Long-term use may damage normal kidney function. San 10 MG Tablet DT is not advised for use in individuals with severe kidney problems. Patients with kidney problems should consult their doctor before taking this medicine.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
San 10 MG Tablet DT should be taken before meals as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you. Avoid consuming alcohol when taking San 10 MG Tablet DT as it may cause excessive drowsiness. Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help. Inform your doctor if you get watery diarrhoea, fever, or stomach pain that does not go away. Do not take it for longer than 7 days without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous

To be taken before food

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
San 10 MG Tablet DT works by blocking certain chemicals in the brain and the intestine. This causes faster gastric emptying and helps in the prevention of nausea and vomiting.
Legal Status

Approved

Banned

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Antiemetics

Schedule

Schedule H

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