Levipride 50mg Tablet (Levosulpiride 50mg)

Description

Levipride 50 MG Tablet is a medication that improves your gastric motility and also helps in managing certain mental disorders.

Levipride 50 MG Tablet is used to treat stomach disorders such as indigestion, irritable bowel syndrome (intestinal disorder causing stomach pain, diarrhoea, and constipation), frequent heartburn, and acid reflux(a condition where the stomach acid flows back into the food pipe). This medicine (at a dose of 50mg and 100mg) is also used to manage mental disorders like schizophrenia. This medicine works by increasing the movement of your stomach and intestines and preventing acid reflux. It also blocks the action of certain chemicals in your brain.

Levipride 50 MG Tablet shows side effects like headache, fatigue, constipation, tiredness, weight changes, and irregular periods. This medicine causes drowsiness, hence avoid any activity that requires mental focus such as driving or operating machines. Consult your doctor if you have missed your periods, have a fever, or have any abnormal milk secretion.

Levipride 50 MG Tablet should be taken before food or as prescribed by your doctor. It is important to take this medicine at the same time every day to maintain a constant level of medicine in your body. If you forget to take a dose of this medicine, then skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose to compensate for the missed dose.

Levipride 50 MG Tablet should not be taken if you are allergic to it. Levipride 50 MG Tablet is not recommended if you have epilepsy (brain disorder with abnormal brain activity), bipolar disorder (a mental disorder with mood shifts), breast cancer, or bleeding in the stomach and intestine. Inform your doctor if you have any pre-existing liver, kidney, or other diseases. Inform your doctor if you are taking any other herbs and medicines.

Levipride 50 MG Tablet is not recommended to be used in children. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, or are breastfeeding. This medicine has to be used with caution in the elderly population.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Levipride 50 MG Tablet
Levogold 50 MG Tablet
Lupin Ltd.
Levogold Ld 50 MG Tablet
Lupin Ltd.
Neopride 50 MG Tablet
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Nexipride 50 MG Tablet
Sun Pharma Laboratories Ltd.
Skizolev 50 MG Tablet
Alkem Laboratories Ltd.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Levipride 50 MG Tablet
Drowsiness
Breast tenderness
Irregular menstrual periods
Constipation
Weight gain
Unusual tiredness and weakness
Increased salivation
Decrease in libido
Fever
Excessive sweating
Change in heart rate
Tremor (Shaking and trembling of arms and feet)
Muscle rigidity
Increased prolactin level in the blood

Uses of Levipride 50 MG Tablet

What is it prescribed for?
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (heartburn)
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) occurs when acid in the stomach frequently flows back into the oesophagus (food pipe). This acid reflux irritates the oesophagus lining and causes symptoms like nausea, vomiting, heartburn, etc. Levipride 50 MG Tablet is used for the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease.
Irritable bowel syndrome
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common disorder that affects the large intestine causing stomach pain, bloating, diarrhoea and constipation. Levipride 50 MG Tablet is used for the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome.
Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a chronic brain disorder that affects a person’s ability to think, feel and behave clearly. Levosulpiride (50 mg and 100 mg) is used for the treatment of schizophrenia.

Related Products

List of related products
Levipride 100 MG Tablet
Levipride 25 MG Tablet

When not to use?

Allergy
Avoid taking Levipride 50 MG Tablet if you have a known allergy to this medicine. If you notice any symptoms such as a skin rash, itching/swelling (especially in the face/throat/lips/tongue), breathing difficulty, etc., inform your doctor and seek immediate medical attention.
Epilepsy
Epilepsy is a neurological disorder in which nerve cell activity in your brain is disturbed, causing seizures. Levipride 50 MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you have epilepsy as this medicine can trigger seizures.
Bipolar disorder
Bipolar disorder is a mood disorder associated with episodes of mood swings ranging from depressive lows to manic highs. Levipride 50 MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you have bipolar disorder, as it can trigger manic episodes.
Pheochromocytoma
A pheochromocytoma is a benign (noncancerous) tumour that develops in your adrenal gland (small, triangular glands situated on top of your kidneys). These tumours secrete hormones that can cause a sudden increase in your blood pressure.Levipride 50 MG Tablet is not recommended for use in such cases.
Gastrointestinal perforation
Gastrointestinal perforation (GP) occurs when a hole forms all the way through the walls of the stomach, small intestine, or large intestine due to diseases or trauma. Levipride 50 MG Tablet increases the gut motility, worsening the condition. Hence it is not recommended for use in such cases.
Breast cancer
Breast cancer is a type of cancer occurring in the cells of breasts. Levipride 50 MG Tablet increases the levels of the prolactin hormone in your body. This can worsen breast cancer. Hence this medicine is not recommended for use if you have breast cancer.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Levipride 50 MG Tablet is not recommended if you are pregnant as it can harm your foetus. This medicine is prescribed by your doctor only when the potential benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast-feeding
There is no data available on the effects of Levipride 50 MG Tablet while breastfeeding. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine during breastfeeding.
General warnings
Driving or operating machines
Levipride 50 MG Tablet causes drowsiness, dizziness, numbness, or involuntary movements. Avoid performing any activities such as driving or operating machines until you know how this medicine affects you.
Liver and kidney diseases
There is no information available on the effects of Levipride 50 MG Tablet in liver and kidney diseases. If you have liver or kidney diseases, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Use in elderly
Levipride 50 MG Tablet has to be used with caution in elderly people as the risk of side effects is high. Your doctor will choose the correct dose of the medicine for you after assessing you clinically.
Menstrual abnormalities
Levipride 50 MG Tablet has been associated with abnormalities in the menstrual cycle. Contact your doctor if you face any disturbances in your menstrual cycle.
Use in children
Levipride 50 MG Tablet is not recommended for use in children as the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.

Dosage

Missed Dose
If you forget to take a dose of Levipride 50 MG Tablet at the given time, then take it as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
Never take more than the prescribed dose. If you have intentionally or accidentally consumed more than the prescribed amount of Levipride 50 MG Tablet, contact your doctor immediately for further guidance.

General Instructions

Levipride 50 MG Tablet should be taken half an hour before food with plenty of fluids. Do not chew or crush the tablet in the mouth.

Ask your doctor for an appropriate diet plan and lifestyle changes that will help you with your stomach problems.

This medicine can cause drowsiness, so avoid activities that involve mental focus like driving or operating a machine.

Consult your doctor if you experience symptoms like irregular periods, abnormal milk secretion, low sexual drive, fever, or muscle stiffness.