Athdom P 5 mg/250 mg Suspension is used to relieve migraine headaches and to treat nausea and vomiting associated with it. This medicine may also be used in ailments where fever is accompanied by vomiting.

Athdom P 5 mg/250 mg Suspension is a combination of two medicines: Athdom P 5 mg/250 mg Suspension1 and Athdom P 5 mg/250 mg Suspension2.

Uses of Athdom P 5 mg/250 mg Suspension in children

Treatment of Migraine

Benefits of Athdom P 5 mg/250 mg Suspension for your child

In Treatment of Migraine

Athdom P 5 mg/250 mg Suspension is a combination of medicines that helps prevent migraine by changing the way that your nerves receive pain signals. It also blocks the action of chemicals in the body that can make you feel or be sick. This treats as well as prevents nausea or vomiting effectively. By preventing and reducing the frequency of headaches, it can help you carry out your daily activities and have a better quality of life.

Side effects of Athdom P 5 mg/250 mg Suspension in children

Athdom P 5 mg/250 mg Suspension does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-

Common side effects of Athdom P

Diarrhea
Rash
Restlessness
Drowsiness

How can I give Athdom P 5 mg/250 mg Suspension to my child?

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Athdom P 5 mg/250 mg Suspension is to be taken empty stomach.

How Athdom P Suspension works

Athdom P 5 mg/250 mg Suspension contains two medicines: Domperidone and Paracetamol. Domperidone is an antiemetic that works on the vomiting center in the brain. It also increases the movement of the muscles of the stomach and intestines, allowing food to move more easily through the stomach. This prevents nausea and vomiting caused due to migraines. Paracetamol is an analgesic (pain reliever) and an antipyretic (fever reducer) which blocks the release of certain chemical messengers that cause the pain associated with migraine.

Safety advice

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Athdom P 5 mg/250 mg Suspension is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Athdom P 5 mg/250 mg Suspension is recommended.
However, dose adjustments may be required in severe kidney disease. Please consult with your child's doctor before giving the medicine to your child.

Liver

CAUTION

Athdom P 5 mg/250 mg Suspension should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Athdom P 5 mg/250 mg Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, the use of Athdom P 5 mg/250 mg Suspension is not recommended in children with severe liver disease and active liver disease.

What if I forget to give Athdom P 5 mg/250 mg Suspension to my child?

Do not panic. Unless your doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, you can give the missed dose as soon as you remember it. Skip the missed dose if it is almost the time for the next dose. Do not give a double dose and follow the prescribed dosing schedule.

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Quick tips

If diarrhea develops as a side effect, encourage your child to drink plenty of fluids.
Never give any other medicines containing paracetamol along with this medicine as that may lead to serious side effects.
Do not alter the dose by yourself as it can result in unwanted side effects in your child.
Do not mix Athdom P 5 mg/250 mg Suspension with any herbal or ayurvedic preparations as it will not be effective.
Stop the medicine and report to the doctor on an immediate basis if your child exhibits side effects such as itching, breathing difficulty, and swelling of the face soon after taking Athdom P 5 mg/250 mg Suspension.
Athdom P 5 mg/250 mg Suspension helps to ease the pain you feel during a migraine headache as well as helps to stop you from feeling sick.
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 are taking any pain relief medicine.
Athdom P 5 mg/250 mg Suspension can only decrease the number and severity of attacks but may not completely stop them.
Some tips that may help avoid a migraine attack:
1. Have your meals at the same time every day.
2. Avoid bright lights and extreme temperatures.
3. Avoid loud music and noisy places.
4. Avoid chocolates, cheese, processed food, alcohol, and smoking.
5. Get sufficient sleep and avoid stress.

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Patient concerns

I am facing issue of headache from last 3-4 years.i have consulted allopathy and they have given me sibelum 10 for migrane and asked to take metopar(paracetamol) when ever pain is too much.i am nit taking sibelum now but i am taking metopar when ever required.so i want a homeopathy consultatation if it can be cured by homeopathy or the level of headache can be lowered. Currently i face headache once in a week and i had to take metopar. Kindly suggest. My weight 80 kg And i am taking some neuro medicines ( stalopam 10, amitone 10) I also have cholesterol and taking (atorec 20)

Dr. Faran Siddiqui

Homeopathy

Migraine and headache are two different things migraine is primarily headache of one side in symmetrically

Some time at a sudden Strong half headache pain in left side and also left eye tearing Please consult me

Dr. Pushkar Mani

Physician

it could be migraine

FAQs

Q. Who should not take Athdom P 5 mg/250 mg Suspension?

Children who have a recent history of gut surgery, have gastrointestinal obstruction or perforation, suffer from epilepsy, or are allergic to any of the ingredients of Athdom P 5 mg/250 mg Suspension should avoid taking this medicine.

Q. Who might need caution while taking Athdom P 5 mg/250 mg Suspension?

Children who are malnourished, suffering from a liver or kidney disease, heart disease, and electrolyte disturbances should remain cautious before taking Athdom P 5 mg/250 mg Suspension. Also, children on antipsychotic medicines and those who have a history of atopic allergies such as hay fever, eczema, or asthma should consult the doctor before consuming Athdom P 5 mg/250 mg Suspension. Always, consult your child’s doctor before giving Athdom P 5 mg/250 mg Suspension in such cases.

Q. What if I give an excess of Athdom P 5 mg/250 mg Suspension to my child by mistake?

Excess intake of Athdom P 5 mg/250 mg Suspension is dangerous as it contains paracetamol which can cause serious liver damage (hepatotoxicity) and CNS side effects. Never give more than the prescribed dose to your child as it will not give fast relief rather it would result in serious adverse effects and can worsen your child’s condition.

Q. Where should I store this medicine?

Keep this medicine at room temperature in a dry place beyond the reach of the children.

Q. Can other medicines be given at the same time as Athdom P 5 mg/250 mg Suspension?

Athdom P 5 mg/250 mg Suspension can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Athdom P 5 mg/250 mg Suspension. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.

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