Prucapride 2 Tablet is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of constipation. It increases the release of certain chemical that improves the movement of food inside the intestine and helps to increase gastric emptying of both liquid and solid. Prucapride 2 Tablet is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you're given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine. The most common side effects are headache, nausea, and abdominal pain. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine may cause diarrhea, so it is better to take plenty of fluids while taking this medicine as it may help to prevent dehydration. Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. You should avoid this medicine if you are suffering from bleeding ulcers of the stomach. Consult with your doctor if are pregnant or breastfeeding.

• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Abdominal pain

If you miss a dose of Prucapride 2 Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

Chemical Class::Dihydrobenzofurancarboxamide Derivative {benzamides}|Habit Forming::No|Therapeutic Class::GASTRO INTESTINAL|Action Class::Serotonin (5-HT4) receptor agonist-Prokinetic agent

• Q. Q. How quickly does Prucapride 2 Tablet work??
  Ans: Prucapride 2 Tablet has been found to act rapidly but the effect varies from person to person. This is because the response to a particular medication varies in every patient. Usually, the medicine generates a bowel movement within 2-3 hours. However, it may take about 4-5 days to show complete effect and rapid bowel movements.
• Q. Q. Is Prucapride 2 Tablet safe in pregnancy??
  Ans: No, Prucapride 2 Tablet is not safe to be taken during pregnancy. There are few reported cases of spontaneous abortion that have been noted when given in pregnant women. There is little evidence of use of Prucapride 2 Tablet in pregnant women. Therefore, its use during pregnancy should be avoided. It is important to consult your doctor before starting this medication.
• Q. Q. When should I take Prucapride 2 Tablet??
  Ans: Prucapride 2 Tablet can be taken at any time of the day. Normally, it is taken orally with or without food once daily. The exact dosage of this medication is to be decided by your prescribing physician. Usually, it is taken as 2 milligrams per day.
• Q. Q. Can Prucapride 2 Tablet cause gastroparesis??
  Ans: Prucapride 2 Tablet has been proven to be beneficial in cases of gastroparesis and constipation. Gastroparesis is a condition where there is reduced movement of the gut that leads to delayed emptying of the stomach and constipation. Generally, this occurs in conditions like diabetes or after surgery.
• Q. Q. When should I avoid taking Prucapride 2 Tablet??
  Ans: You should avoid taking Prucapride 2 Tablet if you are allergic to it. It should also be avoided if you have a tear in your stomach or intestinal wall, a bowel blockage or inflammatory conditions of the intestinal wall like Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis. Always consult your doctor before starting the medication. The doctor should be informed about any ongoing medication and conditions you have.

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