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ZELMAC

TEGASEROD · by NOVARTIS

DRUGS FOR CONSTIPATION GI serotonin receptor agonist (GI-SRA) NOVARTIS

Composition

Tab 2 mg/6 mg: Tegaserod 2 mg/6 mg.

Indications & Dosage

Constipation, Irritable bowel syndrome, abdominal pain and discomfort: Adults: 6 mg twice daily prior to a meal for 12 wk. Children: Not recommended.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to tegaserod.

Precautions

Severe hepatic impairment, pregnancy and in patients with lactose intolerance.

Pregnancy

Caution advised.

Lactation

Contraindicated or not recommended.

Side Effects

Abdominal pain, nausea, diarrhoea, flatulence, headaches, dizziness, back pain and influenza-like symptoms.