The tablets contain domperidone, which works by helping your If any of these bullet points apply to you now

to you now or in the past, talk to

stomach to move food contents through your digestive system a doctor or pharmacist.
normally and in the right direction, so that they don't stay too long
in one place. If you are pregnant or breast-feeding
■ Do not take if you are pregnant or think you might be
This medicine is for use in adults and children aged 16 years and pregnant.
over. Do not take this medicine if you are breast-feeding unless
■ This medicine is used for two reasons, which have different ■

treatment durations. See Section 1 ▶ your doctor or another health care professional has told you
■ This medicine is for use by adults and children aged 16 years 2 Before taking this medicine to.
and over.
■ Do not take this medicine: This medicine is suitable for most adults and children aged Some of the ingredients can cause problems
There are some people who should not use this medicine. To find
■ 16 years and over, but a few people should not use it. If you are ■ Aspartame (E951) contains a source of phenylalanine which
out if you are one of them. See Section 2 ▶ in any doubt, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. may be harmful for people with phenylketonuria.
If you have ever had a bad reaction to any of the ingredients.
■

For the list of ingredients. See Section 6 ▶ Do not take this medicine… Special warnings about use in travel sickness
■ Speak to your doctor: ■ If you have ever had a bad reaction to any of the ingredients. ■ This product should not be used to treat travel sickness.
If you suffer from any of the conditions mentioned in Section 2 ▶
■ ■ If you have a disease of the pituitary gland (prolactinoma). Speak to your doctor or pharmacist about suitable treatments.
If you are taking any other medicines. See Section 2 ▶
■ ■ If you have an underlying illness affecting the digestive
■ Follow the dosage instructions carefully. These are shown in system, for example:
the dosage table. See Section 3 ▶ ■A stomach or duodenal ulcer.
A blocked or perforated gut.
3 How to take this medicine
Now read this whole leaflet carefully before you use this
■

medicine. Keep the leaflet: you might need it again.

■Your bowel motions (stools) are often black. Check the tables that follow to see how much medicine to take.
■You frequently have severe stomach cramps. ■ Peel back the lid and tip the tablet out. Do not push the tablet
■ If you have kidney or liver problems. through the lid.
1 What the medicine is for ■ If you are taking any of the following medicines: ■ Let the tablet melt on the tongue then swallow.
■Oral ketoconazole (an antifungal medicine when taken ■ For oral use only.
Motilium Instants is a medicine which is used for two reasons, by mouth). ■ Do not use more than the stated dose shown in the tables.
which have different treatment durations.

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■Oral erythromycin (an antibiotic). ■ The tablets are for short term treatment only.

■ To treat short lived episodes of nausea (feeling sick or queasy) If any of these apply to you, get advice from a doctor or ■ If symptoms of nausea (feeling sick) and vomiting (being sick)

and vomiting (being sick) of less than 48 hours duration. pharmacist without taking Motilium Instants. persist for more than 48 hours, talk to your doctor.
■ To relieve nausea, fullness, belching, heavy bloated stomach, ■ If symptoms of stomach discomfort which occur after a meal

trapped wind and heartburn which can happen after a meal for Talk to your doctor or pharmacist… persist for more than 2 weeks, talk to your doctor.
treatment periods of up to 2 weeks. This may be because the If you suffer from phenylketonuria.
Children under 16 years old
■
stomach's digestive rhythm has slowed down and is not moving ■ If you are taking any other medicines.
food contents in the right direction through the digestive system Do not give to children under 16 years old.
as efficiently as it needs to. If you are not sure about any of the medicines you are taking,
show the bottle or pack to your pharmacist.
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Adults and children aged 16 years and over 4 Possible side-effects waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no
longer required. These measures will help protect the environment.
To treat nausea (feeling sick) and vomiting (being sick) of Motilium Instants tablets can have side-effects, like all medicines,
less than 48 hours duration although these don't affect everyone and are usually mild.
6 Further information
Age Dose If you experience any of the following, stop using the What's in this medicine?
Adults and children Take one tablet up to 3 times a medicine and seek immediate medical help: The active ingredient in Motilium Instants is: Domperidone 10 mg.
aged 16 years and over day and one tablet at night. Very rarely: Other ingredients are: Gelatin, mannitol (E421), poloxamer 188,
■ Allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching, shortness of breath,
■ Do not take more than 4 tablets in any 24 hour period. aspartame (E951) and mint flavour.
wheezing and/or swollen face.
■ If your symptoms get worse or the tablets have no effect, ■ Heart rhythm disorders. What the medicine looks like
talk to your doctor. Motilium Instants are off-white, melt in the mouth (orodispersible)
■ If symptoms of nausea and vomiting persist for more than If you experience any of the following, stop using the
tablets available in packs of 10 tablets.
48 hours, talk to your doctor. medicine and talk to your doctor:
Very rarely: Product Licence holder: McNeil Products Ltd, Maidenhead,
■ Abnormal muscle movements or tremor (shaking).
Berkshire, SL6 3UG, UK.
Adults and children aged 16 years and over ■ Trembling and muscle stiffness. Manufacturer: Janssen Pharmaceutica NV, Turnhoutseweg 30,
To treat stomach discomfort and nausea experienced after ■ Itchiness or hives. B-2340 Beerse, Belgium or Janssen-Cilag SpA, Via C. Janssen,
food or drink for up to 2 weeks Borgo San Michele, Latina, Italy.
Rarely:
Age Dose ■ Sore or swollen breasts (even in men). This leaflet was revised March 2010.
■ Fluid leaking from the nipples. Motilium Instants is a registered trade mark.
Adults and children Take one tablet up to 3 times a ■ Stop in menstrual periods.
aged 16 years and over day and one tablet at night.
Do not take more than 4 tablets in any 24 hour period.
Other effects which may occur include: 7 What you can do to help stop these
symptoms
■
■ If your symptoms get worse or the tablets have no effect, Very rarely:
■ Diarrhoea.
talk to your doctor. The type of nausea or upset stomach treated by Motilium Instants
■ If symptoms of stomach discomfort which occurs after a meal Rarely:
■ Stomach cramps which are usually of short duration. If they last
can be caused or aggravated by:
persist for more than 2 weeks, talk to your doctor. ■ Overeating, or very large meals.
more than a day, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
■ Eating too quickly.
If anyone takes too much If you experience any side-effects not included in this leaflet or are ■ Certain 'triggers' such as coffee, fatty foods, or alcohol.
If anyone takes too many Motilium Instants tablets, contact a doctor not sure about anything, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
There are things you can do to help stop future attacks of this type
or your nearest Accident and Emergency department (Casualty)
taking this leaflet and pack with you. 5 Storing this medicine of stomach problem:
Keep away from your 'triggers'. If there are certain foods, drinks
If you forget to take the medicine Keep the product out of the reach and sight of children. or situations that you know bring on your symptoms try to cut
You should only take this medicine as required following the Do not store above 25˚C. Store in the original container to protect them out or cut down.
dosage instructions above carefully. If you forget to take a from moisture. Go easy on snacks. Snack foods often contain
dose, take the next dose when needed as long as you do not Do not use your medicine after the date shown as the expiry date a lot of fat, and can make your symptoms worse.
take more than 4 tablets in any 24 hour period. on the packaging. Eat regularly. Have three or four meals a day, at the 10-0076
Do not take a double dose. Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household same times, and don't rush your meals. GB - 976981