Cinitapride: Uses, Side Effects & Brands in Pakistan

Cinitapride is a prokinetic gut motility medicine. It is a prescription medicine used for functional dyspepsia and reflux symptoms. In Pakistan it is available as tablets, made by 4 different manufacturers. On this page you can read how it works, its common side effects and precautions, and compare the brands and prices available at Medimart.

How Cinitapride works

Cinitapride acts on serotonin and dopamine receptors in the gut wall. This strengthens the natural muscle contractions of the stomach and upper bowel, helping food move through more quickly and reducing fullness, bloating and backflow of stomach contents.

What is Cinitapride used for?

• Functional dyspepsia and reflux symptoms

Cinitapride is used to relieve symptoms of functional dyspepsia, such as bloating, early fullness, discomfort in the upper stomach and nausea after meals, when no other cause has been found. It is also used for mild reflux symptoms linked to slow stomach emptying. It is meant for short-term treatment under a doctor's supervision.

Side effects of Cinitapride

Not everyone gets side effects with Cinitapride, but the more common ones include:

• Drowsiness
• Diarrhoea
• Stomach cramps
• Headache

Stop taking it and see a doctor promptly if you develop uncontrolled movements of the face, tongue or limbs, muscle stiffness or trembling.

Precautions and warnings

• Do not take Cinitapride if you have bleeding, a blockage or a tear in the stomach or bowel.
• Tell your doctor if you have Parkinson's disease or have had movement problems with other medicines.
• It can cause drowsiness, so take care when driving and avoid alcohol.
• Speak to your doctor before using it if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• See a doctor if you have difficulty swallowing, weight loss, vomiting blood or black stools, as these need investigation.

Frequently asked questions about Cinitapride

What is the price of Cinitapride in Pakistan?

At Medimart, Cinitapride products currently in stock range from Rs 384 to Rs 1,820 per pack, depending on the brand, strength and pack size. The lowest-priced option right now is Cinita 1 mg Tablet at Rs 384. Prices are updated regularly, so the product list on this page always shows the latest price.

Which brands of Cinitapride are available in Pakistan?

Cinitapride is sold in Pakistan under brand names such as Cidine (Highnoon Laboratories Ltd), Cinirant (Amarant Pharma) and Cinita (Getz Pharma Ltd Pharma).

Do I need a prescription for Cinitapride?

Yes. Cinitapride is a prescription medicine in Pakistan. Use it only when a doctor has prescribed it, at the dose and for the time they advise.

Can Cinitapride be used during pregnancy?

Speak to your doctor before using it if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Are all Cinitapride brands the same?

Brands that contain the same amount of Cinitapride in the same form are expected to work in the same way, although inactive ingredients, pack sizes and prices differ. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching from one brand to another.

Cinitapride brands and prices in Pakistan

Medimart lists 4 products containing Cinitapride from different manufacturers. Compare strengths, pack sizes and prices below and order online with cash on delivery.

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