cisapride
(redirected from Propulsid quicksolv)cisapride
Propulsid® GI disease An agent that ↑ lower esophageal sphincter pressure and for nocturnal therapy of GERD Adverse effects Headache, diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea, rhinitis, constipation. See GERD.cisapride
A prokinetic drug that aids in stomach emptying and helps to relieve heartburn (reflux oesophagitis). A trade name is Prepulsid.cisapride (sis´əprīd´),
n brand name: Propulsid;
drug class: oral prokinetic;
action: enhancement of acetylcholine release;
uses: symptomatic treatment and prophylaxis of nocturnal heartburn caused by gastroesophageal reflux disease.
drug class: oral prokinetic;
action: enhancement of acetylcholine release;
uses: symptomatic treatment and prophylaxis of nocturnal heartburn caused by gastroesophageal reflux disease.
cisapride
a substituted benzamide, similar to metoclopramide, which stimulates gastrointestinal motility. Used as an antiemetic by promoting gastric emptying.