Cisapid 1mg Suspension

Short Description

Cisapid 1mg Suspension is a prescription medicine used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (acid reflux) and constipation. It helps to increase gastric emptying of both liquids and solids.

Dosage Form

Suspension

Introduction

Cisapid 1mg Suspension is taken before meals or at bedtime in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are 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 and nausea. 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 its better to take plenty of fluids while taking this medicine as it may help to prevent dehydration. It may cause also dizziness and sleepiness so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor. Before taking this medicine you should let your doctor know if you have heart disease, drink a lot of alcohol or have liver or heart problems.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Cisapid 1mg Suspension is to be taken empty stomach.

Cisapid 1mg Suspension indirectly stimulates the release of acetylcholine a chemical messenger that can increase the motility of the intestine.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Cisapid 1mg Suspension is to be taken empty stomach. It is usually taken around 15 minutes before food or bedtime. Do not skip any dose and finish the complete course even if you feel better. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Cisapid 1mg Suspension can cause dizziness and sleepiness. It may cause diarrhea. Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration while taking this medicine. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine because it can make drowsiness worse.