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Itopride
Latest prescription information about Itopride. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Itopride
Therapeutic Classification : Gastrointestinal Agents
ICD Code : Y53.8
Trade Name(s): India- Ampty, Ganaton, Ganaton-Od, Gepride-50, Gimate, Gitrak, Gi-Tune, Gi-Tune Mp, Gi-Tune-Sr, Itcan , Itokine, Itonorm, Itoprid, Itotor-Od, Itoz , Motiza, Motiza-Mps, Retune, Tonate, Zeto. International- Rabibit-ISR, Elthon, Ganaton, Rabee- ISR, Ruifulin. Why it is prescribed (Indications) : This medication is a prokinetic benzamide derivative, prescribed for dyspepsia and other gastrointestinal conditions. When it is not to be taken (Contraindications): Contraindicated in patients with gastrointestinal bleeding, obstruction, and hypersensitivity. Dosage & When it is to be taken : Adult: PO – The recommended dose is 50 mg 3 times/day. How it should be taken : It comes as a capsule and tablet to take by mouth, on an empty stomach. Warnings and Precautions : * Caution needed for pregnant women and elderly people. * It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Side Effects : Most Common - Diarrhea, constipation, headache, abdominal pain, irritated feeling and dizziness. Genitourinary - Spontaneous milk secretion and breast enlargement in male. Miscellaneous - Decrease in white blood cells. * Avoid excess dosage. Storage Conditions : Store it at room temperature (25°C). |
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