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Motiza 50 MG Tablet

Manufactured byJb Chemicals And Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
ContainsItopride
Description
Motiza 50 MG Tablet is a prokinetic medicine (medications that help to control acid reflux). It is used to treat gastritis symptoms such as stomach pain, heartburn, nausea, vomiting, and feeling of fullness during or shortly after a meal. Motiza 50 MG Tablet works by increasing the movement of food in the digestive tract (especially the stomach and intestines), thus facilitating the emptying of the stomach. It also works on the region in the brain that controls vomiting. Motiza 50 MG Tablet has some common side effects such as diarrhoea, headache, stomach pain, and dizziness. Hence inform your doctor if you experience side effects that persist or worsen while taking the medication. Motiza 50 MG Tablet is usually taken three times a day before the meal. Swallow the whole tablet with a glass of water. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Skip the dose if it is near to the next scheduled dose. This medicine is effective and safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Avoid taking more or less than the recommended dose. Motiza 50 MG Tablet is not recommended if you are allergic to it. It should be avoided if you have a blockage, perforation (a hole that forms through the digestive tract), or bleeding in the intestine or stomach. If you experience any allergic reaction such as rash or severe itching, contact your doctor immediately for further guidance. Motiza 50 MG Tablet is not recommended for use in children less than 16 years due to a lack of data on safety and efficacy. During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking this medication.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Motiza 50 MG Tablet

  • Diarrhoea
  • Headache
  • Abdominal pain
  • Dizziness
  • Gynecomastia (Growth of breast in males)
  • Low white blood cell count
  • Skin rash

Uses of Motiza 50 MG Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Functional Dyspepsia
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    Motiza 50 MG Tablet show its action within 30 - 45 minutes of intake.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The time duration for which Motiza 50 MG Tablet remains active in your body is not clinically known.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Motiza 50 MG Tablet
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Motiza 50 MG Tablet should not be used during pregnancy unless absolutely necessary. Hence consult your doctor if you are pregnant to understand the potential risks and benefits before taking this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Due to the lack of safety information, Motiza 50 MG Tablet should be used while breastfeeding upon your doctor's recommendation.

Allergy

Avoid taking Motiza 50 MG Tablet if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Gastrointestinal haemorrhage (Gastrointestinal bleeding)

Gastrointestinal haemorrhage is a medical condition in which bleeding occurs in the oesophagus (the tube that carries food and liquid from your mouth to the stomach), stomach, or small intestine. Motiza 50 MG Tablet is not recommended if you are diagnosed with gastrointestinal bleeding as it may worsen your condition.

Gastrointestinal obstruction or perforation

Gastrointestinal obstruction is a blockage that keeps food or liquid from passing through your small intestine or large intestine. Gastrointestinal perforation is a hole in the wall of the stomach, small intestine, or large intestine. Motiza 50 MG Tablet should be avoided if you have gastrointestinal obstruction or perforation as it may worsen your condition.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Motiza 50 MG Tablet should not be used during pregnancy unless absolutely necessary. Hence consult your doctor if you are pregnant to understand the potential risks and benefits before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding

Due to the lack of safety information, Motiza 50 MG Tablet should be used while breastfeeding upon your doctor's recommendation.
General warnings

Cholinergic side effects

Cholinergic side effects refer to side effects that may occur due to increased activity of a chemical substance called acetylcholine in the body. Motiza 50 MG Tablet should be used with caution due to the increased risk of cholinergic side effects such as increased sweating or salivation, insomnia, giddiness, and drowsiness. If you experience any of these side effects, consult your doctor.

Paediatric

Motiza 50 MG Tablet is not recommended in children under 16 years of age as the safety and efficacy data are not clinically established.

Use in elderly population

Motiza 50 MG Tablet should be used with extreme caution in the elderly above 65 years of age due to the increased risk of side effects. Hence consult your doctor for further guidance.

Missed Dose

Do not miss the dose of Motiza 50 MG Tablet. In case you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is time for the next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Do not take more than the recommended dose of Motiza 50 MG Tablet. Seek emergency medical treatment in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Anticholinergic drugs

Disease interactions

Disease

Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Motiza 50 MG Tablet should be taken 30 minutes before meals. Take the medicine with a sufficient amount of water. Do not break, crush, or chew the tablet. Take this medicine as advised by your doctor. Do not take in larger amounts than prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects that persist or worsen. Ensure that you take this medicine for the recommended duration for best results. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor, as your symptoms may become worse.
Miscelleneous

To be taken before food

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
Motiza 50 MG Tablet works by increasing the movement of food in the digestive tract (especially the stomach and intestines), thus promoting the emptying of the stomach. It also works on the region in the brain that controls vomiting.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Approved

Unknown

Classification

Category

Gastrointestinal agents

Schedule

Schedule H

Medindia. 2022. Itopride Drug Information - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions. [online] Available at: [Accessed 20 July 2022].

https://www.medindia.net/doctors/drug_information/itopride.htm

Medicine.abbott. 2022. [online] Available at: ott/content/dam/bss/divisionalsites/epd/pk/Product%20Information/Leaflet%20Ganaton%2050.pdf [Accessed 20 July 2022].

https://www.medicine.abb
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Information on this page was last updated on 21 Jul 2022

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