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Acotiamide

Molecule Description

Acotiamide is used to treat bloating after meals, upper abdominal pain and earl

y satiety (feeling of fullness only after a few bites) in indigestion. It is available in the form of a tablet. Before starting treatment with acotiamide, inform the doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about your detailed medical history.

uses

Uses of Acotiamide

Acotiamide is used for the treatment of bloating after meals, pain or discomfort in the upper abdomen and early satiety (you feel very full after a few bites of food) associated with indigestion.
contraindications

Contraindications of Acotiamide

When should one not use Acotiamide

If you are allergic to acotiamide or similar medicines.
sideEffects

Side effects of Acotiamide

Common side effects of this drug are:

  • Diarrhoea
  • Constipation
precautionsAndWarnings

Precautions and Warnings of Acotiamide

pregnancy

Pregnancy

Q:
Can I take Acotiamide during pregnancy?
A:
Consult your doctor before taking Acotiamide during pregnancy as limited safety data is available in pregnant women.
breastfeeding

Breast Feeding

Q:
Can I take Acotiamide while breastfeeding?
A:
Consult your doctor before taking Acotiamide while breastfeeding as limited safety information is available.
driving

Driving

Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed Acotiamide?
A:
No or limited information is available about the effects of Acotiamide on driving.
alcohol

Alcohol

Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Acotiamide?
A:
No data regarding interactions between Acotiamide and alcohol.
otherGeneralWarnings

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • You develop any allergic reactions after taking Acotiamide.
  • You have problems with your heart, liver or kidneys.
modeOfAction

Mode of Action of Acotiamide

How Does It Work?

Acotiamide works by increasing the movement of food in the digestive tract (especially the stomach and intestines), thus accelerating the emptying of the stomach.
interactions

Interactions of Acotiamide

Interactions with other medicines

Some medicines can affect the way Acotiamide works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time. Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements...
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Content Details

WRITTEN BY
doctor

Dr. Arpit Verma

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

REVIEWED BY
doctor

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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Q: What are the side effects of taking Acotiamide?

A: One may experience side effects like diarrhoea and constipation after taking acotiamide.

Q: Is Acotiamide available as a tablet?

A: Yes, Acotiamide is available in the form of tablets.
Last Updated on: 24 Nov 2021 | 10:17 AM (IST)

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