Tegibs 6mg Tablet
Tegaserod (6mg)
by Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
strip of 10 tablets
About this medicine
Tegibs 6mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome and constipation. It increases the release of certain chemical that improves the movement of food inside the intestine and helps to increase gastric emptying of both liquid and solid. Tegibs 6mg Tablet may be taken empty stomach in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine. The most common side effects are headache, abdominal pain, flatulence, and nausea. These are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine may cause diarrhea, so it is better to take plenty of fluids while taking this medicine as it may help to prevent dehydration. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. You should avoid this medicine if you are suffering from bleeding ulcers of the stomach. This medicine is not recommended in breastfeeding women.
Uses
- Irritable bowel syndrome
- Constipation
Benefits
In irritable bowel syndrome
Irritable bowel syndrome is a chronic (long-term) inflammatory disease of the large intestine (colon) that usually needs long term management. This can lead to bleeding, frequent diarrhea, bloating, flatulence, cramps and stomach pain. Tegibs 6mg Tablet relaxes the muscles in your stomach and gut (intestine) and relieves these symptoms effectively. Usually, it is used along with other medicines for management of your condition. Continue taking it for as long as the doctor may advise you to. You need to take this medicine regularly to get the most out of it. Take a fiber-rich diet, avoid oily or spicy food and drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.
How it works
Tegibs 6mg Tablet indirectly stimulates the release of acetylcholine, a chemical messenger that can increase the motility of the intestine.
How to use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Tegibs 6mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
Common side effects
- Diarrhea
- Flatulence
- Headache
- Nausea
- Dizziness
Safety advice
- AlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Tegibs 6mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
- PregnancySAFE IF PRESCRIBED
- Tegibs 6mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
- Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Information regarding the use of Tegibs 6mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
- DrivingUNSAFE
- Tegibs 6mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
- KidneyCAUTION
- Tegibs 6mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Tegibs 6mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Tegibs 6mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
- LiverCAUTION
- Tegibs 6mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Tegibs 6mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Tegibs 6mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
If you miss a dose
If you miss a dose of Tegibs 6mg Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.\\n
Quick facts
- Chemical Class
- Indole DErivative
- Habit Forming
- No
- Therapeutic Class
- Gastro intestinal
- Action Class
- Serotonin (5-HT4) receptor agonist-Prokinetic agent
Product details
- Manufacturer
- Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Salt composition
- Tegaserod (6mg)
- Pack
- strip of 10 tablets
- Dosage form
- Tablet
- Storage
- Store below 30°C
The content above is for information only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult a registered medical practitioner before starting, stopping or changing any medicine.