Siprid MPS 10mg/125mg Tablet


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer Pifer Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Active Ingredient Cisapride (10mg) + Methylpolysiloxane (125mg)
Storage Store below 30°C
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassGASTRO INTESTINAL
User Rating4.3
User Reviews324

FAQ

Question
What if you forget to take Siprid MPS Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Siprid MPS 10mg/125mg, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Answer

Siprid MPS 10mg/125mg Tablet Reviews

Siprid MPS 10mg/125mg is a combination medicine used in the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux) by relieving symptoms such as heartburn, indigestion, stomach pain, or irritation. It also promotes easy passage of gas to reduce stomach discomfort.

Siprid MPS 10mg/125mg is taken without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are nausea, diarrhea, constipation, stomach pain, runny nose, and headache. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any side effects. Lifestyle modifications like having cold milk and avoiding hot tea, coffee, spicy food or chocolate can help you to get better results.

Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. You should also tell your doctor if you have liver or kidney diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.

How Siprid MPS 10mg/125mg Tablet Works

Siprid MPS 10mg/125mg is a combination of two medicines: Cisapride and Methylpolysiloxane. Cisapride is a prokinetic which facilitates the movement of intestines, thereby increasing the frequency of bowel movements, softening stools, and reducing abdominal pain/discomfort. Methylpolysiloxane is an antifoaming medicine which disintegrates gas bubbles and allows easy passage of gas.

How to Use Siprid MPS 10mg/125mg Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Siprid MPS 10mg/125mg is to be taken empty stomach.

Uses of Siprid MPS 10mg/125mg Tablet

  • Gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux)

Siprid MPS 10mg/125mg Tablet Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Pregnancy  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Siprid MPS 10mg/125mg may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Driving  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Siprid MPS 10mg/125mg alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Breast feeding  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Siprid MPS 10mg/125mg during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney  UNSAFE
Siprid MPS 10mg/125mg is probably unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Liver  CAUTION
Siprid MPS 10mg/125mg should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Siprid MPS 10mg/125mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol  UNSAFE
Siprid MPS 10mg/125mg may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Quick Tips

  • Incorporate the following lifestyle changes in order to prevent acidity:Make sure you eat regular meals and drink plenty of water.Avoid spicy and fatty fried food.Lose weight if you are obese.If you are a smoker, consider giving up.Don't drink too much alcohol.Do not go to bed immediately after taking a meal. Sit in a relaxed position for some time for better digestion.
  • Do not take other indigestion remedies (antacids) without consulting your doctor.
  • Avoid taking soft drinks, citrus fruits like orange and lemon, which can irritate the stomach and increase acid secretion.
  • Incorporate the following lifestyle changes in order to prevent acidity:Make sure you eat regular meals and drink plenty of water.Avoid spicy and fatty fried food.Lose weight if you are obese.If you are a smoker, consider giving up.Don't drink too much alcohol.Do not go to bed immediately after taking a meal. Sit in a relaxed position for some time for better digestion.
  • Siprid MPS 10mg/125mg is prescribed to get relief from acidity, heartburn and other discomfort associated with acid reflux.
  • Siprid MPS 10mg/125mg is prescribed to get relief from acidity, heartburn and other discomfort associated with acid reflux.
  • Avoid taking soft drinks, citrus fruits like orange and lemon, which can irritate the stomach and increase acid secretion.
  • Do not take other indigestion remedies (antacids) without consulting your doctor.

References

  1. ScienceDirect. Methylpolysiloxane.
  2. Cisapride. Titusville, New Jersey: Janssen Pharmaceutica; 2000 [revised Oct. 2006].
  3. DailyMed. Propulsid (Cisapride).
  4. ScienceDirect. Cisapride.

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