HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

question-icon

Can Domstal Syrup Be Given For Vomiting In Child?

default
Posted on Tue, 15 Dec 2015
Question: Hi - my baby is 2 years old and has started vomitting everything she is fed including ORS fluid or water since last 6 to 7 hours ... Should we give her Damstal syrup ( Damstal baby ) ? I'm f note - there is no fever or any other symptoms of rash etc
doctor
Answered by Dr. Pradeep Kumar Jain (17 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
You can give domstal baby drop

Detailed Answer:
Hello

Thanks for asking the query

You can give domstal baby drop.Each ml contains 10 mg of domperidone.The dose is 0.2-0.5 mg/kg/dose.
The average weight of 2 years old child is about 10-12 kgs.
The dose will be about 0.4-0.5 ml and it can be given three times a day.
If vomiting persists please consult your physician for better management.
Thanks and regards
Note: For further queries related to your child health, Talk to a Pediatrician. Click here to Book a Consultation.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
doctor
Answered by
Dr.
Dr. Pradeep Kumar Jain

Pediatrician, Cardiology

Practicing since :2006

Answered : 2074 Questions

premium_optimized

The User accepted the expert's answer

Share on

Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties

159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM Blog Questions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction
Can Domstal Syrup Be Given For Vomiting In Child?

Brief Answer: You can give domstal baby drop Detailed Answer: Hello Thanks for asking the query You can give domstal baby drop.Each ml contains 10 mg of domperidone.The dose is 0.2-0.5 mg/kg/dose. The average weight of 2 years old child is about 10-12 kgs. The dose will be about 0.4-0.5 ml and it can be given three times a day. If vomiting persists please consult your physician for better management. Thanks and regards