Description and Brand Names

Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®

Descriptions


Domperidone is a medicine that increases the movements or contractions of the stomach and bowel. Domperidone is also used to treat nausea and vomiting caused by other drugs used to treat Parkinson's Disease.

Domperidone is to be given only by or under the immediate supervision of your doctor.

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Portions of this document last updated: Nov. 01, 2023