Tegaserod is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Tegaserod is used -
Severe
Mild
Common
Is the use of Tegaserod safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Tegaserod for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Tegaserod safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Tegaserod on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Tegaserod will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Tegaserod on the Kidneys?
Tegaserod rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Tegaserod on the Liver?
Side effects of Tegaserod rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Tegaserod on the Heart?
Side effects of Tegaserod rarely affect the heart.
Tegaserod should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tegaserod unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tegaserod habit forming or addictive?
Tegaserod does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Tegaserod does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Tegaserod only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Tegaserod cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Tegaserod
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Tegaserod together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tegaserod
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Tegaserod and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Zelnorm™ (tegaserod)
