Cinitapride
Uses
Cinitapride is used in the treatment of overactive digestive tract which can cause heartburn, indigestion, acid reflux, ulcer dyspepsia, and delayed gastric emptying.
How it Works
Cinitapride works by stimulating the release of acetylcholine, a chemical messenger that can increase the motility of the Intestine muscles. Cinitapride slows the actions of the muscles to reduce the symptoms caused by overactive digestive tract. Cinitapride is known a antiemetic medication which prescribed to treat conditions caused by an overactive digestive tract.
Common Side effects
Patients who take Cinitapride may suffer from such side effects;
Headache,
Drowsiness,
Dizziness,
Loss of appetite,
Nausea,
Vomiting,
Stomach discomfort,
Diarrhea,
Constipation,
Muscle or joint pain,
Discoloured urine or stools,
Jaundice