Expert Advice :
Prucalopride helps treat chronic constipation and improve bowel movements, when laxatives have failed to provide adequate relief. It can be taken with or without food, at any time of the day. It may cause diarrhea. Drink plenty of water and inform your doctor if it bothers you. Inform your doctor if your constipation has not improved even after four weeks of taking this medication.
Side Effects :
Headache, Nausea, Diarrhea, Abdominal pain, Decreased appetite, Dyspepsia, Abnormal gastrointestinal sound, Dizziness, Vomiting, Flatulence, Fatigue
How it works :
Prucalopride is a selective 5-HT4 receptor agonist that has high intrinsic activity. It indirectly stimulates the release of acetylcholine, a chemical messenger that increases the motility of the intestine and treats even chronic (long-term) constipation very effectively.
Uses / Indications :
Prucalopride is used in the treatment of constipation. It helps in relieving constipation that is long-lasting or keeps coming back.
