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Cisapride

 
Dental Dictionary: cisapride

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trade name: Propulsid; drug class: oral prokinetic; action: enhancement of acetylcholine release; uses: symptomatic treatment and prophylaxis of nocturnal heartburn caused by gastroesophageal reflux disease.

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Drug Info: Cisapride
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Brand names: Propulsid®

Chemical formula:



Cisapride oral suspension

What is cisapride oral suspension?

CISAPRIDE (Propulsid®) helps to move gastric contents through the stomach, reducing exposure of the esophagus to gastric acid. Cisapride helps to control and relieve symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease such as heartburn. Cisapride is also used to help people with poor motility of the stomach and intestinal tract. Generic cisapride oral suspension is not yet available. This drug in only available from your prescriber, who must register with the drug company and meet certain criteria for the use of this drug. Cisapride has not been available in pharmacies since August 2000. For information, the manufacturer has provided the following toll-free number (877) 795—4247.

What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
• eating disorder, like anorexia or bulimia
• stomach bleeding, blockage, or ulceration
• heart disease or heart failure
• heart rhythm problems
• heart valve problems
• history of low levels of calcium, potassium, or magnesium
• kidney disease
• liver disease
• an unusual or allergic reaction to cisapride, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
• pregnant or trying to get pregnant
• breast-feeding

How should I take this medicine?

Take cisapride oral suspension by mouth. Follow the directions on the label. Shake well before using. Use a specially marked spoon or container to measure your medicine. Ask your pharmacist if you do not have one; household spoons are not always accurate. Take cisapride on an empty stomach, at least 15 minutes before eating; and take at bedtime. Do not take your medicine more often than directed.

Contact your pediatrician or health care professional regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.

What drug(s) may interact with cisapride?

Do not take cisapride with any of the following medications:
aprepitant
• arsenic trioxide
bepridil
• certain antibiotics, examples: clarithromycin, erythromycin, gatifloxacin, grepafloxacin, levofloxacin, moxifloxacin, norfloxacin, sparfloxacin, or troleandomycin
diltiazem
droperidol
• grapefruit juice
halofantrine
levomethadyl
• medicines for fungal infections (examples- fluconazole, itraconazole, ketoconazole, or voriconazole)
• medicines for treating HIV infection or AIDS (examples- amprenavir, indinavir, ritonavir)
• several medicines for treating depression, psychosis, or other mental problems
• some medicines for treating heart-rhythm problems (examples- amiodarone, disopyramide, dofetilide, flecainide, ibutilide, procainamide, quinidine, sotalol)
verapamil

Cisapride may also interact with the following medications:
amphotericin B
atropine
bosentan
cimetidine
cisplatin
diazepam
• diuretics (water pills)
dronabinol, THC
• Imodium®
levodopa
lithium
• Lomotil®
• medicines for diabetes
nicardipine
octreotide
quinine
• sildenafil (Viagra®)
• some medicines for gastrointestinal problems
• some medicines for pain
scopolamine
warfarin
zafirlukast
zileuton

Tell your prescriber or health care professional about all other medicines you are taking, including non-prescription medicines, nutritional supplements, or herbal products. Also tell your prescriber or health care professional if you are a frequent user of drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke, or if you use illegal drugs. These may affect the way your medicine works. Tell your prescriber or health care professional before stopping or starting any of your medicines.

What should I watch for while taking cisapride?

Visit your prescriber or health care professional for a regular check on your progress. For cisapride to work properly it is important to undertake other non-drug therapy. Eat smaller meals, which puts less pressure in your stomach; elevate the head of your bed 6—8 inches, which allows gravity to work in your favor to decrease the amount of reflux; avoid high-fat foods and chocolate because they can cause heartburn; avoid alcohol and avoid smoking because these can also contribute to the development of heartburn; avoid caffeine in large amounts such as in coffee; and avoid carbonated drinks.

If you have any fainting spells or rapid or irregular heartbeat, stop taking this drug immediately. Contact your health care professional right away for evaluation.

Do not drink grapefruit juice while you are taking cisapride. Grapefruit juice could increase your risk of having serious side effects from this medication.

What side effects may I notice from taking cisapride?

Stop taking this medication immediately and report these side effects to your prescriber or health care professional right away:
• fainting or falling spells
• rapid or irregular heartbeat
Contact your health care professional right away for evaluation.

Side effects that you should report to your prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible:
• difficulty breathing, shortness of breath
• unusual weakness or tiredness
• vomiting

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your prescriber or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
• diarrhea or constipation
• headache
• muscle or joint pain
• nausea
• stomach pain
• stuffy nose

Where can I keep my medicine?

Keep out of the reach of children in a container that small children cannot open.

Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature between 15 degrees—30 degrees C (59 degrees—86 degrees F). Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.

Last updated: 7/1/2002

Important Disclaimer: The drug information provided here is for educational purposes only. It is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the diagnosis, treatment and advice of a medical professional. This drug information does not cover all possible uses, precautions, side effects and interactions. It should not be construed to indicate that this or any drug is safe for you. Consult your medical professional for guidance before using any prescription or over the counter drugs.

Veterinary Dictionary: cisapride
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A substituted benzamide, similar to metoclopramide, which stimulates gastrointestinal motility. Used as an antiemetic by promoting gastric emptying.

Wikipedia: Cisapride
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Cisapride
Systematic (IUPAC) name
4-amino-5-chloro-N-((3S,4S)-1-[3-(4-fluorophenoxy)propyl]-3-methoxypiperidin-4-yl)-2-methoxybenzamide
Identifiers
CAS number 81098-60-4
ATC code A03FA02
PubChem 2769
DrugBank APRD00454
ChemSpider 2667
Chemical data
Formula C23H29ClFN3O4 
Mol. mass 465.945 g/mol
SMILES eMolecules & PubChem
Pharmacokinetic data
Bioavailability 30-40%
Protein binding 97.5%
Metabolism hepatic, intestinal
Half life 10 hours
Excretion renal, biliary
Therapeutic considerations
Pregnancy cat.

B1 (Australia)

Legal status

Schedule 4 (Australia)

Routes tablets, suspension
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Cisapride is a parasympathomimetic and gastroprokinetic agent that acts as a serotonin 5-HT4 receptor agonist. Stimulation of the serotonin receptors increases acetylcholine release in the enteric nervous system. It is sold under the trade names Prepulsid (Janssen-Ortho) and Propulsid (in the U.S.). It was discovered by Janssen Pharmaceutica in 1980.

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Clinical uses

Cisapride increases muscle tone in the esophageal sphincter in people with gastroesophageal reflux disease. It also increases gastric emptying in people with diabetic gastroparesis. It has been used to treat bowel constipation.

In many countries it has been either withdrawn or had its indications limited because of reports of the side-effect long QT syndrome which predisposes to arrhythmias. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a warning letter to doctors,[1] and Cisapride (Propulsid) was voluntarily removed from the U.S. market on July 14, 2000.

Veterinary uses

Cisapride is still available in the United States for use in animals and is commonly prescribed by veterinarians to treat megacolon in cats.

See also

References

Sources

  • Brenner, G. M. (2000). Pharmacology. Philadelphia, PA: W.B. Saunders Company. ISBN 0-7216-7757-6
  • Canadian Pharmacists Association (2000). Compendium of Pharmaceuticals and Specialties (25th ed.). Toronto, ON: Webcom. ISBN 0-919115-76-4
  • Medline Plus

 
 

 

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