Drugs & Vitamins

Active Ingredients: Cisapride
Other Names: Propulsid Suspension
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What is/are Cisapride Oral Suspension? (Back to top)
CISAPRIDE is used to treat heartburn in patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Because of the serious risks associated with this medicine it should only be used when lifestyle changes and other medicines have not worked. This medicine in only available from your doctor, who must register with the drug company and meet certain criteria for the use of this drug. This medicine has not been available in pharmacies since August 2000. For information, the manufacturer has provided the following toll-free number (877) 795-4247. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.

What should I tell my health care providers before I take this medicine? (Back to top)
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

• eating disorder, like anorexia or bulimia
• heart disease or heart failure
• heart rhythm problems
• heart valve problems
• history of low levels of calcium, potassium, or magnesium
• kidney disease
• liver disease
• lung disease
• stomach bleeding, blockage, or ulceration
• an unusual or allergic reaction to cisapride, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
• pregnant or trying to get pregnant
• breast-feeding

How should I use this medicine? (Back to top)
Take this medicine by mouth. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Shake well before using. Use a specially marked spoon or container to measure your medicine. Ask your pharmacist if you do not have one. Household spoons are not accurate. Take this medicine on an empty stomach, at least 15 minutes before eating and at bedtime. Do not take your medicine more often than directed.

Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.

Note: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.

What if I miss a dose? (Back to top)
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.

What may interact with this medicine? (Back to top)
Do not take this medicine with any of the following:

• alfuzosin
• apomorphine
• aprepitant
• arsenic trioxide
• certain antibiotics like ciprofloxacin, clarithromycin, dalfopristin;quinuprostin, erythromycin, gatifloxacin, gemifloxacin, levofloxacin, moxifloxacin, norfloxacin, ofloxacin, sparfloxacin, telithromycin or troleandomycin
• certain medicines for cancer like daunorubicin and doxorubixin
• chloroquine
• cimetidine
• clozapine
• conivaptan
• cyclobenzaprine
• cyclosporine
• danazol
• diltiazem
• dolasetron
• droperidol
• ethinyl estradiol
• general and local anesthetics
• grapefruit juice
• halofantrine
• haloperidol
• hawthorn
• imatinib
• isoniazid
• levomethadyl
• medicines for fungal infections like fluconazole, itraconazole, ketoconazole, posaconazole, or voriconazole
• medicines for treating HIV infection or AIDS
• medicines for treating depression, psychosis, or other mental problems
• medicines used to treat erectile dysfunction (ED) like sildenafil, tadalafil, and vardenafil
• methadone
• mifepristone
• nicardipine
• octreotide
• palonosetron
• pentamidine
• phenothiazines like chlorpromazine, fluphenazine, mesoridazine, perphenazine, prochlorperazine, promethazine, thioridazine, trifluoperazine
• pimozide
• quinine
• ranolazine
• risperidone
• sodium phosphates
• some medicines for treating heart-rhythm problems like amiodarone, disopyramide, bretylium, dofetilide, flecainide, ibutilide, procainamide, propafenone, quinidine, sotalol
• tacrolimus
• verapamil
• zafirlukast
• zileuton
• ziprasidone

• diuretics
• insulin

This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care providers a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.

What side effects may I notice from this medicine? (Back to top)
Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:

• allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
• breathing problems
• feeling faint or lightheaded, falls
• rapid or irregular heartbeat
• unusually weak or tired
• vomiting

• diarrhea or constipation
• headache
• nausea
• stomach pain
• stuffy nose

This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What should I watch for while using this medicine? (Back to top)
Visit your doctor or health care professional for regular checks on your progress. For this medicine to work properly it is important to make lifestyle changes. Eat smaller meals, elevate the head of your bed 6 to 8 inches, avoid high-fat foods, chocolate, alcohol, smoking, caffeine and carbonated drinks.

If you have any fainting spells or rapid or irregular heartbeat, stop taking this drug immediately. Contact your health care professional right away for evaluation.

Do not drink grapefruit juice while you are taking this medicine. Grapefruit juice could increase your risk of having serious side effects from this medicine.

Where should I keep this medicine? (Back to top)
Keep out of the reach of children.

Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Protect from light. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.

NOTE: This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.

Last Updated:August 15, 2008

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