Domperidone is a dopamine receptor (D2) antagonist and has a wide range of functions in the human as well as the animal body. In veterinary, it is used as an immunostimulatory agent, galactagogue, and a peristalsis stimulant drug.

COMMON USES OF DOMPERIDONE:

  • A prokinetic agent that stimulates peristalsis.
  • Antiemetic.
  • Increases prolactin production and hence the milk secretion.
  • Prophylactic and immunostimulant in canines suffering from leishmania.
  • Prevents fescue toxicosis in pregnant mares.

STORAGE OF DOMPERIDONE:

Domperidone should always be stored at room temperature 15-30℃. It should be protected against heat and light.


Description

Dopamine is one of the main neurotransmitters in the enteric nervous system. Domperidone is the dopamine receptor antagonist and hence stimulates gut motility and prevents vomiting and nausea. Clinical trials show that it can be used to limit the disease progression in canines suffering from visceral leishmaniasis.

BASIC INFO.:

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  • CAS number: 57808-66-9
  • Name: Domperidone.
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS:

  • Treatment and Functions: To treat vomiting, nausea, leishmaniasis, fescue poisoning, etc.
  • Physical Form: Solid
  • Medicine Type: Human and Veterinary Use.
  • Ingredients: Domperidone API
  • Recommended for: Dogs, Canines, Horses, Cattle, etc.
  • Storage: Store at room temperature away from light and heat.

USES:

Domperidone pellets’ uses include it being a prokinetic and antiemetic agent. Another indication of this drug is the management of fescue toxicosis as well as leishmaniasis.

CHEMICAL COMPOSITION:

Domperidone is a benzimidazole derivative and belongs to the class of medications that primarily affect GIT. This drug has a chemical formula of C22H24ClN5O2 and is 6-chloro-3-[1-[3-(2-oxo-3H-benzimidazol-1-yl)propyl]piperidin-4-yl]-1H-benzimidazol-2-one.

PRODUCT APPLICATION:

This drug is a very well-known prokinetic and is used to treat vomiting and reflux disease in cats and dogs. Besides, this drug is also a prophylactic agent for leishmania and also to manage fescue poisoning. The main mechanism behind this drug is its action on the dopamine receptors which are blocked by this agent.

PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES:

  • Melting Point –5℃
  • Density – 3±0.1g/cm3
  • Form – Solid
  • HS Code – 29225024
  • Color – N/A
  • Molecular Weight – 425.92g/mol.
  • Solubility – Poor Water Solubility.