Diabetic Gastroparesis
Functional Gut disorders
How it works
Cinitapride is a substituted benzamide with 5-HT receptor antagonist and agonist activity.
The absorption of cinitapride (12mg) following oral administration was rapid, with peak levels being achieved 2 h after dosing; absorption following intramuscular administration (4mg) was even more rapid, with peak levels (50% more that oral levels) being achieved 1 h after dosing.
Indications
Diabetic Gastroparesis
Functional Gut disorders
Dosage
1 tablet 3 times a day before meals.
Side Effects
Drowsiness, confusion, diarrhea and involuntary muscular movements of the head, neck and tongue.
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity to cinitapride or any of the other constituents of the formulation.
PREGNANCY
The safety of this product in pregnant women has not been established. Cinitapride should only be used in pregnant women if the expected benefits outweigh the possible risk.
LACTATION-CONTRAINDICATED
PEDIATRICS- CONTRAINDICATED
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