Clebopride

Information about Clebopride

Clebopride uses

Clebopride is used in the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (acid reflux), indigestion, nausea and vomiting.

How clebopride works

Clebopride is a prokinetic. It works on the region in the brain that controls vomiting. It also acts on the upper digestive tract to increase the movement of the stomach and intestines, allowing food to move more easily through the stomach.

Common side effects of clebopride

Headache, Dizziness, Unusual production of breast milk in women and men, Extrapyramidal symptoms, Diarrhea, Depression, High blood pressure, Drowsiness, Restlessness, Hypotension (low blood pressure), Neuroleptic malignant syndrome

Available Medicine for Clebopride

Expert advice for Clebopride

  • Clebopride helps relieve acid reflux, indigestion, nausea and vomiting.
  • It should be taken before meals as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor.
  • It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Clebopride as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
  • Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
  • Inform your doctor if you get watery diarrhea, fever, or stomach pain that does not go away.
  • Do not take it for longer than 7 days without consulting your doctor.

Frequently asked questions for Clebopride

Clebopride

Q. Is Clebopride available to purchase?
This product is discontinued and is for information only. Consult your doctor in case of any doubts.
Q. Why is Clebopride discontinued?
Clebopride contains clebopride which was found to cause some serious side effects. One of the studies reported a patient with serious brain disorder after taking clebopride medication.
Q. What is Clebopride used for?
This medicine is used for the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), nausea, indigestion, and vomiting.
Show More
Q. What is gastroesophageal reflux disease or GERD?
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a condition in which the stomach's contents sometimes flow backward, up into the esophagus (the tube that carries food from your throat into your stomach). As a result, you may experience a burning sensation in your chest, pain in your chest, trouble swallowing, or a sore throat.

Content on this page was last updated on 13 June, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)