Mosapride

Mosapride is a gastroprokinetic agent that acts as a 5-HT4 receptor agonist. The 5-HT4 receptor is a type of serotonin receptor that is found mainly in the gastrointestinal tract, bladder, and heart. Mosapride is used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease, functional dyspepsia, and other disorders of the gastrointestinal tract.

Mechanism of action

Mosapride stimulates the 5-HT4 receptors in the gastrointestinal tract, increasing the movement of food through the stomach. This helps to relieve symptoms of dyspepsia and gastroesophageal reflux disease.

Uses

Mosapride is used to treat a variety of gastrointestinal disorders, including:

• Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
• Functional dyspepsia
• Gastroparesis
• Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)

Side effects

Like all medications, mosapride can cause side effects. These may include:

• Diarrhea
• Abdominal pain
• Nausea
• Headache

Contraindications

Mosapride should not be used in people with certain medical conditions, including:

• Gastrointestinal obstruction
• Gastrointestinal bleeding
• Gastrointestinal perforation

See also

• Gastroprokinetic agent
• 5-HT4 receptor
• Serotonin receptor

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