📋 Indications & Clinical Dosage
*Constipation, Irritable bowel syndrome, abdominal pain and discomfort:*
Adults: 6 mg twice daily prior to a meal for 12 wk.
Children: Not recommended.
⛔ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to tegaserod.
⚠️ Precautions & Warnings
Severe hepatic impairment, pregnancy and in patients with lactose intolerance.
⚠️ Adverse Reactions / Side Effects
Abdominal pain, nausea, diarrhoea, flatulence, headaches, dizziness, back pain and influenza-like symptoms.
🤰 Pregnancy & Lactation Safety
Pregnancy Risk:
Caution advised.
Lactation / Breastfeeding:
Contraindicated or not recommended.
📚 Official Regulatory & Clinical References
- Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP): Drug Registration, S.R.O. Price Gazettes & National Essential Medicines List (NEML).
- World Health Organization (WHO): Collaborating Centre for Drug Statistics Methodology (ATC/DDD Index).
- Formulary Standards: British National Formulary (BNF) & Pakistan National Formulary (PNF) guidelines.