What are the side effects of itopride hydrochloride tablets?

Side effects of Itopride Hydrochloride Tablets can involve the digestive, psychoneurological and hematologic systems. The drug can antagonize the dopamine D2 receptor, increase the release of acetylcholine while inhibiting the catalytic decomposition of acetylcholine enzyme, thus enhancing the gastroduodenal dynamics and accelerating gastric emptying, etc. It can treat the symptoms of dyspepsia, such as loss of appetite, epigastric discomfort, early satiety, postprandial fullness, vomiting, nausea, etc. caused by functional indigestion. However, the drug can have digestive system such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, constipation, etc.; psycho-neurological system such as headache, dizziness, sleep disorders, etc.; blood system such as leukopenia and other side effects. In addition, other side effects such as rash, itchy skin, increased AST or ALT, and chest and back pain can occur. In case of more serious side effects, the drug should be stopped and appropriate treatment should be given as appropriate; in case of indicators suggestive of abnormal liver function such as increased AST or ALT, the drug should also be stopped and appropriate treatment should be given as appropriate. Combination of this drug with anticholinergic drugs such as scopolamine butylbromide, tetrazolium bromide, timepidium bromide, etc. may reduce the efficacy of this drug, so the combination should be avoided. Please note that it is contraindicated in the presence of gastrointestinal bleeding, perforation, or mechanical obstruction; hypersensitivity to the drug; and children. Use with caution in cases of severe hepatic or renal insufficiency. Careful consideration should be given to the use of the drug in lactating women, pregnant women and women who may become pregnant. Nursing women should stop breastfeeding if using the drug. Children should also avoid using the drug. If you need to use the drug, please be sure to follow the doctor’s instructions strictly under the guidance of the medication, do not self-medication.