Precautions and warnings

The safety of this medicine for pregnant women is not known. It should not be used by people who have severe diarrhea.

Contraindications

History of mechanical GI obstruction.

Mode of actions

Lupristone is a medicine that works in the intestines by opening chloride channels. This causes more fluid to be released into the intestines, which helps the bowels move more easily. As a result, it makes it easier to pass stool and helps relieve symptoms of long-term constipation when the cause is unknown.

Dosage & Administration

Adult: PO
Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Constipation (IBS-C)
8 mcg twice daily

Chronic idiopathic constipation
24 mcg twice daily.

Pregnancy & Lactation

Although animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, but during pregnancy, this medicine can be used just when definitely required despite potential risks.

Mothers with a newborn baby who have used this drug during the last 3 months of pregnancy may seldom create symptoms including drowsiness, muscle stiffness or shakiness, feeding or breathing troubles, constant crying. If you notice any of these symptoms of your baby's particularly during their first month, tell the doctor immediately.

This medicine passes into breast milk. Talk to your doctor before breastfeeding.

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