Propulsid (Cisapride (Removed from US Market)) Drug Center: Guide to Drug Information for Professionals, Patients and Caregivers at RxList

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May 27, 2012

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What is a hiatal hernia?

A hiatal hernia is an anatomical abnormality in which part of the stomach protrudes through the diaphragm and up into the chest. Although hiatal hernias are present in approximately 15% of the population, they are associated with symptoms in only a minority of those afflicted.

Normally, the esophagus or food tube passes down through the chest, crosses the diaphragm, and enters the abdomen through a hole in the diaphragm called the esophageal hiatus. Just below the diaphragm, the esophagus joins the stomach. In individuals with hiatal hernias, the opening of the esophageal hiatus (hiatal opening) is larger than normal, and a portion of the upper stomach slips up or passes (herniates) through the hiatus and into the chest. Although hiatal hernias are occasionally seen in infants where they probably have been present from birth, most hiatal hernias in adults are believed to have developed over many years....

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Please Note: This Brand Name drug is no longer available in the US.
(Generic versions may still be available.)

Propulsid Drug Center

What is Prescribing information?

The FDA package insert formatted in easy-to-find categories for health professionals and clinicians.

Propulsid Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage

Cisapride is indicated for the symptomatic treatment of adult patients with nocturnal heartburn due to gastroesophageal reflux disease. Because of the risk of serious, and sometimes fatal, ventricular arrhythmias (see BOXED WARNING), cisapride should generally be reserved for patients who do not respond adequately to lifestyle modifications (see PRECAUTIONS, Information for the Patient and PATIENT PACKAGE INSERT), antacids and gastric acid reducing agents.

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What is Propulsid Prescribing Information?

Drug Description - Indications & Dosage - Side Effects & Drug Interactions - Warnings & Precautions - Contraindications - Medication Guide and More

What is Patient information?

Easy-to-read and understand detailed drug information and pill images for the patient or caregiver from Cerner Multum.

Propulsid Patient Information: Side Effects

If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking cisapride and seek emergency medical attention or notify your doctor immediately:

an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives);
fainting; or
fast or irregular heartbeats.

Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take cisapride and talk to your doctor if you experience