Itopride is a dopamine type 2 receptor antagonist with acetylcholinesterase inhibiting characteristics that helps patients suffering from functional dyspepsia speed up stomach emptying. This medicine is typically used to treat GI symptoms induced by decreased GI motility, including non-ulcer/dysmotility dyspepsia, gastroparesis (delayed stomach emptying), abdominal bloating, regurgitation, heart burn, anorexia, vomiting, and nausea, as well as other gastric, dopamine or prolactin related diseases.
Reduce the intake of alcohol while taking this medication.
Take this as prescribed by doctor.
Primary Uses
Prokinetic and stomach disorders
Indications
This medicine is used to treat functional dyspepsia (indigestion), non-ulcer dyspepsia (chronic gastritis), sensation of bloating, fullness, upper abdominal pain or discomfort, loss of appetite, heartburn, nausea, and vomiting.
Side Effects
This drug can cause diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain, increased saliva, nausea, dizziness, headache, and tremors.
Warnings
Pregnancy
This medicine is contraindicated in pregnant females.
Lactation
This medicine is contraindicated or not recommended in in lactating females.
Precautions
Itopride enhances the action of acetylcholine, and may produce cholinergic effects.
Contraindications
This medication is not to be given in gastrointestinal hemorrhage, mechanical obstruction or perforation, or in conditions where increased GI motility will be harmful.
FAQS
When should I take this medication?
This medication is usually taken on empty stomach before three times a day.
How to store this medication?
Please store the tablet form of this medicine at room temperature (18-25 Celsius). Keep medicine away from children, and excessive light and moisture.
The liquid or suspension form of this medicine is to be refrigerated and stored at 2-8 C. Shake it well before use. Discard the suspension 4 weeks after use.
Is it necessary to take this medication before meals?
Yes, it is necessary to take this medication before meals.
Side Effects:
You may experience drowsiness, headache, dizziness, diarrhea, and increased saliva production.
What should I do if the side effects worsen?
If the side effects worsen, consult your health care provider immediately.
Disclaimer
Dawaai's intention is to make sure that it's consumers get information that is accurate, reviewed by an expert and error-free. However, the information mentioned here should not be used as a replacement for the advice of a qualified physician. The information given here is for informational purposes only, which may not cover all possible precautions, side effects, contraindications or drug interactions. Consult your doctor and discuss your queries related to any medicine or disease.
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