Gastopride 50mg Tablet
(ITOPRIDE)

How long can I take Gastopride?
Gastopride is recommended to be taken thrice daily before meals. The duration of therapy will depend on the response of the patient towards the therapy. The exact dose and duration will be decided by your doctor depending on individual need and response.

Is Gastopride safe in pregnancy?
Due to lack of safety data, Gastopride should not be used during pregnancy or in women suspected with pregnancy until and unless the benefits outweigh the risks. Discuss with your doctor who will analyze your condition and decide whether you can take Gastopride during pregnancy or not.

Should I take Gastopride before or after meals?
Food does not interfere with the working of Gastopride. This medicine is generally recommended to be taken before meals.

Who should not take Gastopride?
Gastopride should not be given to patients in whom there is an increase in gastrointestinal movements. It is harmful in patients having mechanical obstruction or perforation of the gastrointestinal tract or gastrointestinal bleeding.

Is Gastopride bad for kidneys?
Gastopride and its metabolites are mainly excreted via the kidneys. Therefore, people with any kidney problems should remain careful while taking Gastopride. Regular tests for kidney function are required and if side effects related to kidneys (creatinine increased) occur, the medicine is generally discontinued or the dose is reduced.

Is Itoguard safe in pregnancy?
Due to lack of safety data, Itoguard should not be used during pregnancy or in women suspected with pregnancy until and unless the benefits outweigh the risks. Discuss with your doctor who will analyze your condition and decide whether you can take Itoguard during pregnancy or not.