Levopraid Tablet Uses

Levopraid tablet is primarily used in the treatment of gastrointestinal disorders. It has prokinetic and anti-emetic effects that help to improve gastric motility and reduce nausea. Levopraid also has anti-inflammatory properties, making it useful for treating conditions such as ulcers or irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Levopraid is used to treat gastrointestinal motility-associated symptoms, such as:

• GERD (Gastro-Esophageal Reflux Disease)
• Heart Burn
• Nausea and Vomiting
• Delayed Stomach Emptying

Other Uses of Levopraid Tablet

Levopraid is also used in conditions like:

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Schizophrenia
• Tourette’s Syndrome

Levopraid can also be used in adjunctive therapy as an alternative drug of choice in peptic ulcer, and vertigo.

Levopraid is one of the leading brands of Levosulpiride, manufactured and marketed by Pacific Pharmaceuticals Pakistan.

Following are some alternative brands of Levopraid and their manufacturers.

• Sulvorid : High-Q International.
• Scipride : Scilife Pharmaceuticals, Pakistan.
• Sapride : Standpharm Pakistan (Pvt) Ltd.
• Neoprad : Mcolson Research Laboratories, Pakistan.
• Sulprex : Global Pharmaceuticals, Pakistan.
• Piride : Amarant Pharmaceuticals, Pakistan.
• Sulvobid : Pharma Health Pakistan (Pvt) Ltd.
• Lepride : Helix Pharma (Pvt) Ltd.
• Motrol : Wilshire Laboratories, Pakistan.
• Sowel : Dyson Research Laboratories, Pakistan.

Presently, Levopraid is available in Tablet Form

Levopraid Tablets : 25mg and 50mg Strengths

Levopraid should not be taken by individuals with a history of allergy or hypersensitivity to its ingredient (Levosulpride) or any other benzamide medications. It should also not be taken by people who have had severe liver or kidney dysfunction in the past. Levopraid is contraindicated in conditions like epilepsy, hyperprolactinemia, mania, gastrointestinal hemorrhage, and pheochromocytoma.

Additionally, pregnant women and nursing mothers are advised against taking this medicine due to possible negative effects on their unborn or nursing infant’s health.

The recommended dosage of Levopraid depends on age and the condition being treated.

For adults, the usual dose ranges from 25 to 50 mg per day taken in two to three divided doses with meals.

For children aged 10 to 16 years old, the recommended dose is between 12.5 and 25 mg per day taken in divided doses with meals.

In some cases, higher dosages may be prescribed by a doctor depending on individual needs.

Levopraid is known for its unique mode of action which sets it apart from other antipsychotics. It works by blocking certain receptors in the brain that are responsible for controlling dopamine levels. Levopraid acts as a dopamine D2 receptor antagonist.

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