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Mosapride - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

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Information about Mosapride

Generic Name : Mosapride
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Mosapride 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.


ICD Code : Y55.1 Therapeutic Classification : Antispasmodics

Trade Names/Brand Names of Mosapride

India :

International :


Biotonus, Gastride, Mosad OD/Mosad MT, Mosart, Reflucil, Safepride, Dosier, Galopran, Gasmotin, Intesul, Lostapride, Mosar, Mosid, Motigest, Moxar, Moza, Mozax, Vagantyl

Why is Mosapride Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a gastroprokinetic agent, prescribed for acid reflux, irritable bowel syndrome and indigestion.

When should Mosapride not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Mosapride?

Adult: Oral- The recommended dose is 5mg, 3 times/day.

How should Mosapride be taken?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food.

What are the warnings and precautions for Mosapride?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver or kidney impairment, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Continuous admin of this drug is not recommended if no improvement in GI symptoms is observed after treating for 2 weeks with this medication.

What are the side effects of Mosapride?

Diarrhea, abdominal pain, dizziness, constipation, headache, sleeplessness, nausea and vomiting.

What are the other precautions for Mosapride?

Avoid excess dosage.

What are the storage conditions for Mosapride?

Store it at room temperature.
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