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What is Prescribing information?
The FDA package insert formatted in easy-to-find categories for health professionals and clinicians.
Zelnorm Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage
IBS with Constipation
Zelnorm® (tegaserod maleate) is indicated for the short-term treatment of women with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) whose primary bowel symptom is constipation.
The safety and effectiveness of Zelnorm (tegaserod maleate) in men with IBS with constipation have not been established.
Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
Zelnorm® (tegaserod maleate) is indicated for the treatment of patients less than 65 years of age with chronic idiopathic constipation. The effectiveness of Zelnorm (tegaserod malea...
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What is Zelnorm 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.
Zelnorm Patient Information: Side Effects
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Stop taking tegaserod and call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:
- new or worsening stomach pain;
- blood in your stools;
- ongoing diarrhea;
- severe stomach pain or cramps; or
- feeling like you might pass out.
Less serious side effects may include:
- headache, dizziness or migraine;
- back pain or j...
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What is Zelnorm Patient Information?
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What is Consumer information?
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Zelnorm Consumer Information: Uses
Consult your pharmacist.
HOW TO USE: Consult your pharmacist.
SIDE EFFECTS: Consult your pharmacist.
In the US -
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.
PRECAUTIONS: Consult your pharmacist.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: ...
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