| Brand Name | Zelnorm |
| Generic Name | Tegaserod |
| Drug Class | Prokinetic Agent |
| Availability | Prescription |
| Manufacturer | Novartis |
| Indications | Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Constipation (IBS-C) |
| Type | Tablet |
| Doses | 6 mg orally twice daily |
| Route | Oral |
| Side Effects | Diarrhea, abdominal pain, flatulence, rare cardiovascular events |
| Interactions | May cause ischemic colitis; contraindicated in cardiovascular disease |
| Overdose | Diarrhea, abdominal pain, cardiovascular events. |
| Missed Dose | Take ASAP unless near next dose. |
| Contraindications | History of cardiovascular ischemia, diarrhea, severe renal impairment. |
| Alternatives | Prucalopride, Lubiprostone, Linaclotide |
| Co-Pay Assistance Program | Available Rx |
| Patient Assistance Program | Limited availability |
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Tegaserod is indicated in the management of irritable bowel syndrome and constipation (IBS-C) and chronic constipation in adult patients.
Tegaserod functions in a way that it increases intestinal motility and enhances bowel movement in patients who have constipation.
The most frequent side effects are headache, diarrhea, pain in the abdominal cavity, and bloating.
Tegaserod may be administered with or without food.
The use of Tegaserod during a pregnancy must only be based on the perceived degree of benefit to the risk. Space between pills: must be 2 inches or more.
In case you forget to take a dose, you should see whether you can remember to take it immediately or not unless it is too near the next dosage. Do not take two doses at once.
Within a few days or a week of usage, Tegaserod can begin to control the symptoms.
Tegaserod is usually obtained on a short time basis when used in the management of IBS- C but it should be taken under the supervision of a healthcare giver.
Tegaserod can be combined with heart affecting medications like those that have an influence on potassium. Discuss with your physician.
Side effects such as diarrheal or stomach ache may occur and in this case, notify your doctor.
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