Itofix SR: Itopride HCl 150mg

Description

What is Itofix SR: Itopride HCl 150mg?

Itofix SR: Itopride HCl 150mg is a gastroprokinetic medicine containing itopride hydrochloride. It is formulated as a sustained-release tablet to release the active ingredient gradually.

Itopride works through two complementary actions: dopamine D2-receptor antagonism and acetylcholinesterase inhibition. These actions increase acetylcholine activity in the digestive tract, helping stimulate gastric movement and support stomach emptying.

Itofix SR: Itopride HCl 150mg is generally prescribed for symptoms linked with reduced gastrointestinal motility rather than for every type of stomach pain or indigestion. A medical assessment is important because functional dyspepsia can resemble ulcers, reflux disease, gallbladder conditions, and other gastrointestinal disorders.

Product Composition

Each sustained-release tablet contains:

• Active ingredient: Itopride Hydrochloride 150 mg
• Dosage form: Sustained-release tablet
• Therapeutic class: Prokinetic or gastroprokinetic agent
• Excipients: Quantity sufficient

Uses & Benefits of Itofix SR: Itopride HCl 150mg

Itofix SR: Itopride HCl 150mg may be prescribed to manage functional dyspepsia and symptoms associated with delayed or reduced stomach movement.

Potential uses and benefits include:

• Functional dyspepsia: Helps manage recurring indigestion without an identified structural cause.
• Post-meal fullness: May reduce uncomfortable heaviness or fullness after eating.
• Early satiety: May help patients who feel full after consuming a small quantity of food.
• Abdominal bloating: Supports gastric movement in patients experiencing persistent fullness or bloating.
• Upper-abdominal discomfort: May help reduce discomfort associated with impaired gastric motility.
• Nausea: May support symptom control when nausea is associated with slow stomach emptying.
• Delayed gastric emptying: Helps promote the movement of stomach contents into the intestine.
• Chronic gastritis-related symptoms: A physician may prescribe it for selected patients with fullness, nausea, reduced appetite, or upper-abdominal discomfort.

Itopride is used for gastrointestinal symptoms such as early satiety, post-meal fullness, bloating, upper-abdominal discomfort, nausea, and vomiting associated with reduced gastrointestinal motility.

Clinical response can vary between patients. Itofix SR: Itopride HCl 150mg should therefore be continued only for the period recommended by the treating physician.

Who Should Use This?

Itofix SR: Itopride HCl 150mg is intended for functional dyspepsia patients who have been evaluated by a qualified medical practitioner.

It may be considered for patients experiencing:

• Frequent indigestion
• Fullness after meals
• Early satiety
• Upper-abdominal heaviness
• Abdominal bloating
• Nausea associated with slow stomach movement
• Reduced appetite caused by persistent fullness
• Discomfort related to delayed gastric emptying

Itofix SR: Itopride HCl 150mg should not be used solely on the basis of self-diagnosed indigestion. Persistent symptoms, unexplained weight loss, vomiting, difficulty swallowing, blood in vomit, black stools, anemia, or severe abdominal pain require prompt medical evaluation.

Safety and effectiveness in children have not been adequately established in standard prescribing references. Elderly patients and people with liver or kidney problems may require closer medical supervision.

How to Use / Dosage

Use Itofix SR: Itopride HCl 150mg exactly as prescribed by the physician.

The supplied product packaging states:

• Dosage: As directed by the physician
• Take the tablet with water according to the prescribed schedule.
• Do not increase the dose or frequency without medical advice.
• Do not replace a prescribed immediate-release itopride regimen with Itofix SR: Itopride HCl 150mg without consulting the physician.
• Do not stop treatment abruptly solely because the symptoms temporarily improve unless advised by the prescriber.

A 150 mg sustained-release itopride formulation is designed to provide the total daily strength in an extended-release form; however, the exact timing and duration must be determined by the physician according to the patient’s symptoms and clinical condition. A registered clinical study has evaluated itopride 150 mg extended-release tablets administered once daily against 50 mg immediate-release tablets administered three times daily, but patients should follow their own prescribed regimen rather than applying a study schedule themselves.

If a dose is missed, consult the prescription instructions or ask a pharmacist. Do not take two doses together unless specifically instructed by a healthcare professional.

Composition of Itofix SR: Itopride HCl 150mg

Each Itofix SR: Itopride HCl 150mg sustained-release tablet contains:

• Itopride Hydrochloride: 150 mg
• Excipients: Quantity sufficient

The sustained-release formulation is intended to release itopride gradually rather than delivering the full amount immediately.

Price in Pakistan

Price in Pakistan: PKR 580

The listed price of Itofix SR: Itopride HCl 150mg is PKR 580. The retail price may vary according to the pharmacy, location, stock availability, and future price revisions.

Precautions & Side Effects

Precautions

Before taking Itofix SR: Itopride HCl 150mg, inform the physician about all medical conditions and all prescription, non-prescription, herbal, or nutritional products being used.

Itopride should generally not be used when increased gastrointestinal movement could be harmful, including in patients with:

• Gastrointestinal bleeding
• Mechanical obstruction of the stomach or intestine
• Gastrointestinal perforation
• Known hypersensitivity to itopride or any tablet ingredient

Seek medical advice before using Itofix SR: Itopride HCl 150mg during pregnancy or breastfeeding. The physician should determine whether the expected benefit justifies any potential risk.

Itopride can affect gastrointestinal movement and may influence the absorption of some oral medicines. Particular care may be needed with sustained-release, enteric-coated, or narrow-therapeutic-index medicines. Anticholinergic medicines may reduce its prokinetic effect.

Patients and healthcare professionals may consult the Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan for medicine-safety information. Suspected adverse reactions can also be submitted through the official DRAP adverse-event reporting system. DRAP provides an electronic reporting channel for patients and healthcare professionals in Pakistan.

Storage Instructions

Store Itofix SR: Itopride HCl 150mg according to the conditions stated on the product packaging:

• Store below 30°C
• Protect from light
• Protect from moisture
• Keep the tablets in their original packaging
• Keep all medicines out of the reach of children
• Do not use after the printed expiry date
• Do not use tablets from damaged or opened blister packaging

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the price of Itofix SR: Itopride HCl 150mg in Pakistan?

The listed price of Itofix SR: Itopride HCl 150mg in Pakistan is PKR 580. The final price may vary between pharmacies and locations.

What are the uses of Itofix SR: Itopride HCl 150mg?

Itofix SR: Itopride HCl 150mg is used for functional dyspepsia and symptoms such as post-meal fullness, early satiety, bloating, nausea, upper-abdominal discomfort, and delayed stomach emptying.

Is Itofix SR: Itopride HCl 150mg safe for functional dyspepsia patients?

Itofix SR: Itopride HCl 150mg may be prescribed to functional dyspepsia patients after proper medical evaluation. Its suitability depends on the patient’s symptoms, medical history, other medicines, and absence of conditions such as gastrointestinal bleeding or obstruction.

How should I take Itofix SR: Itopride HCl 150mg?

Take Itofix SR: Itopride HCl 150mg exactly as directed by the physician. Do not change the dose, timing, or treatment duration without consulting a registered medical practitioner.

Important Medical Notice

Itofix SR: Itopride HCl 150mg is a prescription medicine. This product information is provided for educational purposes only and does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Use only on the prescription of a registered medical practitioner. Do not self-medicate.