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Cinitapride
INFORMATION ABOUT CINITAPRIDE
Cinitapride Uses
Cinitapride is used in the treatment of heartburn, gastroesophageal reflux disease (acid reflux), indigestion, constipation and irritable bowel syndrome.
How Cinitapride works
Cinitapride indirectly stimulates the release of acetylcholine, a chemical messenger that can increase the motility of the intestine.
Common side effects of Cinitapride
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common
Diarrhea, Sedation
CONTENT DETAILS
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Written By
Dr. Anuj Saini
MMST, MBBS
Reviewed By
Dr. Rajeev Sharma
MBA, MBBS
Last updated
08 Nov 2024 | 05:26 AM (UTC)
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Expert advice for Cinitapride
- Cinitapride helps treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (acid reflux) and indigestion.
- Take it 15 minutes before each meal.
- Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Cinitapride can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
- Inform your doctor if you get watery diarrhea, fever, or stomach pain that does not go away.
- Do not consume alcohol while taking Cinitapride as it can increase dizziness and the risk of stomach damage.
Frequently asked questions for Cinitapride
Cinitapride is used for the treatment of motility-related gastrointestinal disorders like indigestion, reflux disease, delayed gastric emptying and vomiting
Cinitapride works by increasing the movement of esophagus, stomach, and intestines during digestion. It also increases the strength of muscle between esophagus and stomach to prevent reflux conditions.
Cinitapride increases the movement of the gut and is useful in the treatment of conditions like heartburn, dyspepsia and is also useful in the treatment of reflux esophagitis. It has much better efficacy when it is used with rabeprazole.