Orcipride 1mg Tablets

Orcipride Tablet is a medicine used for the treatment of acid reflux disease and gastric motility disorders leading to indigestion, heartburn and delayed gastric emptying. It contains cinitapride as its active ingredient. Your doctor can prescribe you this medicine for a short or long duration, depending on your condition.

It would be best if you take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor.

Dosage

Overdose

An overdose of this medicine can make the individual experience dizziness, drowsiness, involuntary movement of hands, feet, facial muscles tongue, etc. and it should be immediately reported to your treating doctor or nearby hospital. Always carry the package of the tablet along with you for easy assessment of the severity of an overdose.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed taking any dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule. Do not take a double dose of this medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Orcipride Tablet contains cinitapride as its active ingredient. It works by acting on the inner lining of gastric tissues to increase the movement of food throughout the digestive tract. It also increases the secretion of acetylcholine in the stomach, thereby increasing the gastric motility, gastric emptying and improves gastro-duodenal coordination.

Directions for Use

Take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor. Take the medicine at the same time every day for better control.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Orcipride Tablet during pregnancy?

Orcipride Tablet is not recommended for use in pregnant women, especially in the first trimester. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant or planning to have a baby.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Orcipride Tablet while breastfeeding?

Avoid the use of this medicine if you are breastfeeding as there is no information available on the use of this medicine during breastfeeding. Consult with your doctor before breastfeeding.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Orcipride Tablet?

This medicine can make one feel dizzy and drowsy. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Orcipride Tablet?

Although there is no known interaction with alcohol along with this medicine. So, it is important to consult your physician if you drink too often.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have an underlying medical condition and are taking medicines for any disorder.
• Prolonged treatment may lead to involuntary muscle movement in elderly patients.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to this medicine or any of the ingredient of this medicine.
• If you have stomach ulcers or bleeding disorders.
• If you have a condition of involuntary muscle movements due to some psychiatric medicines.

Side effects

You may rarely experience a skin rash, reddish spots on the skin, swelling of the face and limbs.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Certain medicines can affect the way Orcipride Tablet works or Orcipride Tablet itself can affect the action of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interactions.
• Especially, if you are taking medicines like brain-related medicines, pain killers, medicines for heart disorders like digoxin, etc.

Storage and disposal

• Store it in a cool and dry place away from light and moisture.
• Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
• Discard any unused medicine properly.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is Orcipride Tablet used for?

Orcipride Tablet is used for the treatment of gastric acid reflux and delayed gastric emptying (slow bowel movement).

Can smoking and alcohol increase acidity and GERD?

Yes, both cause an increase in acidity. Smoking also relaxes a valve present between the food pipe and stomach. This leads to stomach acid flowing back into the food pipe. This worsens reflux/ GERD disorders.