ITORAX 50mg Tablet 10's
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Itopride 50 mg
Manufacturer
TAS MED INDIA PVT LTD
Variant
10 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
ITORAX 50MG TABLET contains Itopride which belongs to a group of medicine called Gastroprokinetic agents. It is used in the management of gastrointestinal symptoms of functional dyspepsia (indigestion) and non-ulcer dyspepsia (bloating, upper abdominal pain, anorexia, heartburn, nausea and vomiting). ITORAX 50MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with an increase in gastrointestinal motility (gastrointestinal bleeding, mechanical obstruction or perforation). The safety and effectiveness of ITORAX 50MG TABLET in pregnant women and children under 16 years of age has not yet been established. It is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. ITORAX 50MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients. The most common
Uses
OF ITORAX 50MG TABLET Manage gastrointestinal symptoms of functional and non-ulcer indigestion (chronic gastritis)
How It Works
ITORAX 50MG TABLET stops the activity of dopamine D2 receptor and increases acetylcholine (messenger in the nervous system) concentrations which accelerates gastric emptying, improves gastric movement and reduces nausea and vomiting.
Directions for Use
Always take ITORAX 50MG TABLET exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the right dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects
taking ITORAX 50MG TABLET are diarrhoea, constipation, headache, abdominal pain, dizziness or feeling irritated. Consult your doctor if symptoms do not improve. USES OF ITORAX 50MG TABLET Manage gastrointestinal symptoms of functional and non-ulcer indigestion (chronic gastritis) HOW ITORAX 50MG TABLET WORKSITORAX 50MG TABLET stops the activity of dopamine D2 receptor and increases acetylcholine (messenger in the nervous system) concentrations which accelerates gastric emptying, improves gastric movement and reduces nausea and vomiting. DIRECTIONS FOR USEAlways take ITORAX 50MG TABLET exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the right dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF ITORAX 50MG TABLETCOMMON diarrhoea constipation headache, dizziness abdominal pain feeling irritated
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYITORAX 50MG TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless the benefits outweigh the potential risks. Consult your doctor before taking it. BREASTFEEDINGITORAX 50MG TABLET is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as it is excreted in the breast milk. Your doctor will decide whether to discontinue nursing or to discontinue the drug, considering the importance of the drug to the mother. ALLERGYDo not take ITORAX 50MG TABLET if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to this medicine or any other ingredients in this medicine. OTHERSITORAX 50MG TABLET is not recommended for use if you: have an increase in gastrointestinal motility (gastrointestinal bleeding, mechanical obstruction or perforation) Use in pediatrics: The safety and effectiveness of ITORAX 50MG TABLET in children under 16 years of age has not been established yet. Consult your doctor before using it. Use in geriatrics: ITORAX 50MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients due to greater incidence of kidney, liver or other problems. Consult your doctor before using it.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug Interaction: Before taking ITORAX 50MG TABLET inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines: anti-ulcer drugs (Ex. cimetidine, ranitidine, teprenone and cetraxate) to manage gastric ulcers anticholinergic drugs (Ex. dicyclomine) to manage irritable bowel syndrome Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally use too much of ITORAX 50MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. SYNOPSIS Drug : Itopride Pharmacological Category : Gastroprokinetic agents Therapeutic Indication : Dyspepsia Dosage Forms : Tablet, Capsule MORE INFORMATION Store at room temperature 15-30°C Keep out of reach of children
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DETAILS Written By Dr. Shruthi M R
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Dr. Sankara Babu Gorle
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Last Updated
16 Jan 2023