Lesuride Injection

Product Introduction
Lesuride Injection is a medicine used in the treatment of gastrointestinal problems such as functional dyspepsia, nausea, vomiting, and diabetic gastroparesis. It improves food movement and helps treat disorders of the stomach and intestines.

Lesuride Injection should be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor. It is usually administered by a doctor or nurse and should not be self administered. Follow the dose and duration advised by your doctor.

Some common side effects of this medicine include headache and fatigue. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Seek medical advice immediately if you notice absence of periods, abnormal milk secretion, changes in sexual desire, or fever after taking this medicine.

Uses of Lesuride Injection

• Heartburn
• Irritable Bowel Syndrome
• Functional Dyspepsia
• Depression
• Schizophrenia
• Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Acid reflux

Benefits of Lesuride Injection
In the treatment of functional dyspepsia, which is indigestion without a specific cause, symptoms such as early fullness after eating, stomach pain, nausea, and bloating may occur. Lesuride Injection helps relieve these symptoms by increasing the rate of stomach emptying. Lifestyle changes can also help such as avoiding trigger foods, eating smaller frequent meals, maintaining a healthy weight, and not eating within three to four hours of going to bed.

Side Effects of Lesuride Injection
Most side effects are mild and disappear as the body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or become troublesome.

Common side effects include

• Increased prolactin levels
• Insomnia or difficulty in sleeping
• Sedation
• Menstrual disorders
• Breast enlargement in males
• Skin rash
• Increased libido
• Extrapyramidal symptoms involuntary movements
• Weight gain
• Vertigo
• Akathisia inability to stay still
• Increased liver enzymes
• Constipation

How to Use Lesuride Injection
This medicine will be given by a doctor or nurse. Do not self administer.

How Lesuride Injection Works
Lesuride Injection is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by increasing the release of acetylcholine, a chemical messenger that improves the movement of the stomach and intestines. It prevents acid reflux, nausea, and vomiting, and also improves delayed gastric emptying by regulating gastrointestinal motor function.

Safety Advice

Alcohol
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Lesuride Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy
Lesuride Injection may be unsafe during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby though limited data is available in humans. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and risks before prescribing.

Breastfeeding
Lesuride Injection is probably unsafe during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests it may pass into breast milk and harm the baby.

Driving
Lesuride Injection may cause drowsiness and affect your ability to drive. Avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how it affects you.

Kidney
There is limited information on the use of Lesuride Injection in patients with kidney disease. Consult your doctor.

Liver
There is limited information on the use of Lesuride Injection in patients with liver disease. Consult your doctor.

Missed Dose
If you miss a dose of Lesuride Injection, consult your doctor for advice.