Itopride HCl (SR) Pellets

Itopride HCl (SR) Pellets

Itopride hydrochloride is mainly used for treating gastrointestinal disorders, specifically functional dysfunction and gastritis. Its mechanism of action involves a prokinetic agent that stimulates gastric and intestinal motility, enhancing intestinal motility. Hence, it stops the amount of dopamine D2 receptors that inhibit acetylcholinesterase, which increases acetylcholine concentration for smooth muscle contraction.

It is usually well absorbed orally and starts to act relatively quickly, so it’s good for reducing symptoms. The common side effects are abdominal pain, headache, and dizziness. These side effects can generally be tolerated.

Itopride HCl is not recommended in patients who have known hypersensitivity to the drug. It is also not advised with caution in patients with a history of epilepsy or Parkinson’s disease because of its activated effects. However, overall, Itopride HCl is an excellent approach for functional gastrointestinal disorders that enhance the quality of life by providing palliation.

How Does Itopride HCI Work?

Itopride is a prokinetic medicine. The Itopride HCI compound works in a part of the brain that helps to control inflammation. It also acts on the upper digestive system to increase stomach and intestinal moisture, allowing food to pass through the stomach faster.

Side Effects

• Diarrhea 
• Headache
• Abdominal pain

Precautions

• Itopride HCI helps to decrease the symptoms of gastritis such as stomach pain, heartburn, anorexia, nausea, and vomiting.
• This medicine should be taken before meals as per the dose and duration consulted by your physician.
• It can cause dizziness and drowsiness. Avoid driving or performing any other activity that requires clear thinking until you know how it affects you.
• Inform your healthcare expert if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding women.
• Inform your doctor if you get watery diarrhea, fever, or stomach pain that will not go away.

Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ)

Q. Is itopride safe in pregnancy?

Since Itopride lacks safety data, it should be avoided in pregnancy or even in a woman suspected to be pregnant until the risk-benefit outweighs. This means discussing with your doctor about whether you can take itopride during pregnancy or not.

Q. How long can I take Itopride?

Itopride is advised to be taken thrice a day before meals. The duration of therapy would depend on the response of the patient towards the therapy. The exact dose and duration would be decided by your doctor depending on individual needs and response.

Q. Is Itopride bad for kidneys?

Itopride and its metabolites are primarily excreted through the kidneys. Thus, people with any kidney issues should be careful while taking Itopride. Tests for kidney functions are needed regularly and in case of side effects concerning kidneys (creatinine increased), the medicine is usually stopped or the dose is decreased.

Q. Who should not take Itopride?

Itopride should be avoided in patients where increased gastrointestinal movements are seen. In patients with mechanical obstruction of the gastrointestinal tract or perforation of the gastrointestinal tract, perforation of the gastrointestinal bleeding is injurious.

Q. Should I take Itopride before meals or after meals?

Food does not affect the mechanism of action of Itopride. This drug is commonly advised to be taken before meals.