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Tegaserod and Diarrhea

Generic Name: tegaserod
Dosage Forms: n.a.
Other Brand Names: Zelnorm

Result of checking the interaction of drug Tegaserod and disease Diarrhea for safety when used together.

Check result:

Tegaserod <> Diarrhea

Relevance: 23.07.2019 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

When checking interaction based on authoritative sources Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com there are contraindications or side effects that may cause harm or increase the negative effect from drug use in presence of concomitant diseases.

Consumer:

Tegaserod should not be initiated in patients who are experiencing or frequently experience diarrhea. Tegaserod stimulates gastrointestinal motility and may cause diarrhea, usually within the first week of treatment. Patients should contact their physician if they experience severe diarrhea during therapy, or if the diarrhea is accompanied by severe cramping, abdominal pain, or dizziness.

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