Acotiamide

Antiemetic & Gastroprokinetic

Indications

Postprandial fullness, upper abdominal bloating and early satiation in patients with functional dyspepsia.

Dosage

Adults: 3 times daily before meals. Children: Not recommended.

Adverse Effects

Diarrhoea, constipation, increased liver enzymes, increased blood prolactin and tricglycerides.

Risk Factor (Pregnancy/Lactation)

Pregnancy: Risk cannot be ruled out. Lactation: Caution advised or effect undetermined. Precautions: Discontinue after one month if symptoms persist; upper GI endoscopy and other exams should be conducted.

Interactions

Atropine, scopolamine, butylbromide, acetylcholine, neostigmine.

Advice to Patient

Take on an empty stomach 30 mins before meals.

Pharmacokinetics

Metabolism: Hepatic. Half-life elimination: 13.31 ± 6.91 hrs. Time to peak, plasma: 2.42 ± 0.97 hrs.

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