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  • Male
  • 28 Years
  • 20/02/2025

Can I take gas medicine on an empty stomach? I've been having a fever since yesterday, and I've been taking paracetamol 500 mg, but my temperature is still 100.7. Should I be concerned about mixing these meds, or is there anything else I should be doing?

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  1. Taking Pantoprazole-Domperidone on an Empty Stomach

    • Pantoprazole is best taken 30 minutes before meals for optimal acid suppression. Domperidone can be taken before meals to aid digestion.
    • It is generally safe to take this combination on an empty stomach.
  2. Safety of Combining Pantoprazole-Domperidone with Paracetamol

    • No significant interactions between these medications. Safe to use together.
  3. Managing Persistent Fever and When to Seek Medical Advice

    • If fever persists despite paracetamol, consider consulting a healthcare provider.
    • Monitor for other symptoms like severe headache or rash.
  4. Additional Recommendations for Symptom Relief

    • Stay hydrated, rest, and eat light meals.
    • If symptoms persist, consider further evaluation for underlying causes.
  5. Relevant Medical Specialties and Tests

    • Consult gastroenterology or general medicine if needed.
    • Possible tests: blood tests or imaging if symptoms worsen.

Recommended next steps

Consult a Gastroenterology/gi Medicine Specialist or Take a CBC Test (Complete Blood Count) Test

Answered 20/08/2025

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