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Drug Profile Of Doperidone

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4. DRUG AND EXCIPIENT PROFILES
4.1 Drug profile: domperidone meleate. (73, 74, 75)
Synonym
Apo Domperidone, Domidon
Description
Domperidone Meleate is a white or almost white powder. It shows polymorphism. It is specific blockers of dopamine receptors. It is administered orally, rectally or intravenously. It is given to relieve from nausea and vomiting, as prokinetic agent through increase in gastrointestinal peristalsis and to increase lactation
Structure

Molecular Formula C22H24Cl N502.C4H4O4
Molecular weight- 541.98
IUPAC Name 5-chloro-1-(1-[3-(2-oxo-2,3-dihydro-1H-benzo[d]imidazol-1-yl)propyl] piperidin-4-yl)-1H-benzo[d]imidazol-2(3H)-one maleate.
Brand Name: Avistal , Casdom , Diprodom, Domact
Half life: 7 hours
Use
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Magnesium sterate (76)
Synonyms
Metallic stearic; magnesium salt
Non-proprietary name NF- Magnesium stearate BP/EP- Magnesium stearate
Empirical formula- C36H70MgO4
Chemical names Octadecanoic acid; magnesium salt; magnesium stearate
Molecular weight- 591.3
Density (He): 1.03-1.08 g/cm3
Bulk volume: 3.0-8.4 ml/g
Tapped volume: 2.5-6.2 ml/g
Functional category Tablet and capsule lubricant
Description
It is a fine, white, precipitated or milled, impalpable powder of low bulk density, having a faint characteristic odour and taste. The powder is greasy to touch and readily adheres to the skin.
Solubility
Practically insoluble in ethanol, ethanol (95%), ether and water, slightly soluble in benzene and warm ethanol (95%)
Stability and storage conditions:
Stable,non-self polymerizable. Store in a cool, dry place in a well closed container.
Incompatibilities
Incompatible with strong acids, alkalis, iron salts and with strong oxidising materials.

Safety
Described as inert or nuisance dust. OSHA has adopted limits of 15mg/m3 for the total dust and 5mg/m3 for the respirable fraction. Dust clouds of magnesium stearate may be explosive. However, oral consumption of large quantities may result in some laxative effect or mucosal

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