Kinocin SR 3mg Tablet 10'S
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Cinitapride 3 mg
Manufacturer
East West Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Variant
10 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
KINOCIN SR 3MG TABLET contains Cinitapride which belongs to the group of medicines called Gastro-prokinetic agents. KINOCIN SR 3MG TABLET is used to manage gastroesophageal reflux disease and functional gastrointestinal motility disorders (disease marked by persistent and recurring gastrointestinal symptoms) in affected individuals. KINOCIN SR 3MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients allergic to Cinitapride. It is also not recommended for use in patients with gastrointestinal bleeding/obstruction/perforation and in patients with a history of neuroleptic-induced tardive dyskinesia (condition marked by involuntary movements of head, neck, trunk or limbs). Before taking KINOCIN SR 3MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have intolerance to certain sugars (such as lactose), liver disease (such as primary/secondary liver tumors, hepatocellular carcinoma) and/or kidney disease (such as acute renal injury/failure). KINOCIN SR 3MG TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnant and breastfeeding women. It is also not recommended for use in children & adolescents (aged below 18 years) and is advised to be used with caution in elderly patients (aged 65 years/above) after consulting the doctor. The most common
Uses
OF KINOCIN SR 3MG TABLET Manage gastroesophageal reflux disease Manage functional gastrointestinal motility disorders in affected individuals
How It Works
KINOCIN SR 3MG TABLET works by increasing the gastrointestinal movement by enhancing the frequency and strength of stomach muscle contractions which leads to increased gastric motility & emptying thus improving gastro-duodenal coordination and managing the occurrence of gastroesophageal reflux disease in affected individuals.
Directions for Use
Take KINOCIN SR 3MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects
taking KINOCIN SR 3MG TABLET are abdominal discomfort, nausea and/or diarrhea. Consult your doctor if any of these symptoms worsen. USES OF KINOCIN SR 3MG TABLET Manage gastroesophageal reflux disease Manage functional gastrointestinal motility disorders in affected individuals HOW KINOCIN SR 3MG TABLET WORKSKINOCIN SR 3MG TABLET works by increasing the gastrointestinal movement by enhancing the frequency and strength of stomach muscle contractions which leads to increased gastric motility & emptying thus improving gastro-duodenal coordination and managing the occurrence of gastroesophageal reflux disease in affected individuals. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake KINOCIN SR 3MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF KINOCIN SR 3MG TABLETCOMMON abdominal discomfort diarrhea nausea RARE signs of allergic skin reactions such as rash, itching gynecomastia (swelling of male breast tissue) angioedema (swelling under the skin) spasm in the muscles of face, neck and tongue
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYKINOCIN SR 3MG TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. BREASTFEEDINGKINOCIN SR 3MG TABLET is generally not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive or use heavy machinery while taking KINOCIN SR 3MG TABLET as it may affect your ability to drive or use heavy machinery. ALCOHOLAvoid consumption of alcohol while taking KINOCIN SR 3MG TABLET because it might enhance the sedative effects of the medicine. KIDNEYKINOCIN SR 3MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases such as acute renal injury/failure. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. LIVERKINOCIN SR 3MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases such as primary/secondary liver tumors, hepatocellular carcinoma. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. ALLERGYDo not take KINOCIN SR 3MG TABLET if you are allergic to cinitapride or any of the other ingredients of this medicine. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. OTHERSKINOCIN SR 3MG TABLET is not recommended for use if you have: gastrointestinal bleeding, obstruction or perforation with stimulating gastric motility history of neuroleptic-induced tardive dyskinesia (rapid, repeated movements of the head, neck, trunk or limbs) Before taking KINOCIN SR 3MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you: intolerance to certain sugars such as lactose Use in Pediatrics: KINOCIN SR 3MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (aged below 18 years). Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. Use in Geriatrics: KINOCIN SR 3MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged above 65 years) especially with type 2 diabetes. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug - Drug interactions: Before taking KINOCIN SR 3MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking: phenothiazine (used to manage serious mental and emotional disorders) other antidopaminergic drugs (used as a non-addictive alternative to manage withdrawal, agitation and anxiety in patients with alcohol dependence) Ex. risperidone, olanzapine digoxin (used to manage heart failure) anticholinergic drugs (used to manage various conditions such as urinary incontinence, overactive bladder, asthma, diarrhea, motion sickness) Ex. atropine, clidinium, cyclopentolate opioid analgesics (used to relieve moderate or intense pain) Ex. codeine, fentanyl medicine used to manage nervous system diseases, insomnia. Ex. amitriptyline medicine used to manage Parkinson’s disease (Ex. levodopa) medicine used to manage abdominal pain (Ex. ibuprofen) medicine used to manage respiratory disease such as chronic bronchitis. (Ex. albuterol) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally took too much of KINOCIN SR 3MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose include drowsiness, disorientation and/or extrapyramidal reactions (such as involuntary muscle movements of face, neck and tongue). SYNOPSIS Drug : Cinitapride Pharmacological Category : Pro-kinetic drug Therapeutic Indication : Gastroesophageal reflux disease, Functional gastrointestinal motility disorders Dosage Forms : Tablet MORE INFORMATION Keep KINOCIN SR 3MG TABLET out of reach of children Store the medicine below 30°C
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Last Updated
09 Dec 2022