Zenpride is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of GERD, Irritable Bowel Syndrome. The alternative uses of Zenpride have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Zenpride depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Zenpride have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Zenpride are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Zenpride has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Zenpride has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Zenpride related warnings section.
Zenpride can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Zenpride in conditions like Gastrointestinal Bleeding. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Zenpride contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Zenpride have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Zenpride is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Zenpride 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
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Is the use of Zenpride safe for pregnant women?
Zenpride can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Zenpride, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Zenpride safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Zenpride. If you see any side effects, stop taking Zenpride immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Zenpride again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Zenpride on the Kidneys?
Zenpride is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Zenpride on the Liver?
Zenpride does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Zenpride on the Heart?
Zenpride may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Zenpride should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zenpride unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zenpride habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Zenpride.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Zenpride can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Zenpride should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Zenpride has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Zenpride
There is no information on the effects of taking Zenpride with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zenpride
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Zenpride with alcohol will be.
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