Calopride

Composition for Calopride Products

Calopride Products are primarily used for

Constipation

Uses of Calopride Products

Prucalopride is used in the treatment of constipation. It helps in relieving constipation that is long-lasting or keeps coming back.

Calopride Products side effects

Common

Side Effects of Calopride are Diarrhea, Nausea, Abdominal pain, Headache, Decreased appetite, Dyspepsia, Abnormal gastrointestinal sound, Dizziness, Vomiting, Flatulence, Fatigue.

Prucalopride is a selective 5-HT4 receptor agonist that has high intrinsic activity. It indirectly stimulates the release of acetylcholine, a chemical messenger that increases the motility of the intestine and treats even chronic (long-term) constipation very effectively.

In Depth Information for Calopride Products

Patient Concerns about Calopride Products

Frequently asked questions about Calopride Products

Frequently asked questions about Prucalopride

Q. How quickly does Calopride 2mg Tablet work?

Calopride 2mg Tablet has been found to act rapidly, but the effect varies from person to person. This is because the response to a particular medication varies in every patient.

Q. Is Calopride 2mg Tablet safe in pregnancy?

Calopride 2mg Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy. Use during pregnancy should be avoided. It is important to consult your doctor before starting this medication. Additionally, women of childbearing potential should use effective contraception during treatment with this medicine.

Q. When should I take Calopride 2mg Tablet?

Calopride 2mg Tablet can be taken at any time of the day. Normally, it is taken orally with or without food once daily. The exact dosage of this medication is to be decided by your prescribing physician. Usually, it is taken as 2 milligrams per day.

Q. When should I avoid taking Calopride 2mg Tablet?

You should avoid taking Calopride 2mg Tablet if you are allergic to it. It should also be avoided if you have a tear in your stomach or intestinal wall, a bowel blockage, or inflammatory conditions of the intestinal wall like Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis. Always consult your doctor before starting the medication. The doctor should be informed about any ongoing medication and conditions you have.

Information last updated by Dr. Varun Gupta, MD Pharmacology on 20th Jan 2026.
The medicine details are for information purpose only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicine.

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