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Levosulpiride - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

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Information about Levosulpiride

Generic Name : Levosulpiride
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Levosulpiride are provided here.

Understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.
You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.


Therapeutic Classification : Psychotherapeutics

Trade Names/Brand Names of Levosulpiride

India :

International :


Dislep, Endacine, Levobren, Levogastrol, Levopraid, Pausedal

Why is Levosulpiride Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is an antipsychotic and prokinetic agent, prescribed for dyspepsia, gastro-esophageal reflux disease, and irritable bowel syndrome.

When should Levosulpiride not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with gastrointestinal bleeding, and intestinal obstruction.

What is the dosage of Levosulpiride?

Adult: PO- The recommended dose is 25 mg 3 times/day.

How should Levosulpiride be taken?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, as directed by your physician.

What are the warnings and precautions for Levosulpiride?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of neuroendocrine tumor, epilepsy, manic states, abnormally-high levels of prolactin in the blood, painful, lumpy breasts, heart disease, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• It may cause dizziness or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

What are the side effects of Levosulpiride?

Genitourinary - Absence of menstrual period, breast enlargement in male, spontaneous milk secretion, and changes in libido.
Potentially Fatal - Neuroleptic malignant syndrome.

What are the other precautions for Levosulpiride?

Avoid excess dosage.

What are the storage conditions for Levosulpiride?

Store it at room temperature (25°C).
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