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CINITAPRIDA TEVA 1 mg TABLETS

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How to use CINITAPRIDA TEVA 1 mg TABLETS

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Introduction

Patient Information Leaflet

Cinitaprida Teva 1 mg tablets EFG

Read this leaflet carefully before you start taking this medicine because it contains important information for you.

  • Keep this leaflet, you may need to read it again. - If you have any further questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
  • This medicine has been prescribed for you only. Do not pass it on to others. It may harm them, even if their symptoms are the same as yours.
  • If you experience any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. See section 4.

Contents of the pack

  1. What Cinitaprida Teva is and what it is used for
  2. What you need to know before you take Cinitaprida Teva
  3. How to take Cinitaprida Teva
  4. Possible side effects
  5. Storing Cinitaprida Teva
  6. Contents of the pack and further information

1. What Cinitaprida Teva is and what it is used for

Cinitaprida belongs to a group of medicines called prokinetics, which work by stimulating gastrointestinal motility.

This medicine is indicated for the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux to enhance the effect of proton pump inhibitors (medicines that reduce gastric acid production) and mild to moderate functional gastrointestinal motility disorders.

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2. What you need to know before you take Cinitaprida Teva

Do not take Cinitaprida Teva

  • if you are allergic to the active substance or to any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).
  • if you have gastrointestinal bleeding, obstruction, or perforation.
  • if you have a history of tardive dyskinesia induced by neuroleptics (rapid and repetitive movements of the head, neck, trunk, or limbs that may appear months after treatment has been discontinued).

Warnings and precautions

Consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking cinitaprida:

  • If you are an elderly patient and take the medicine for a prolonged period, as it may cause tardive dyskinesia (rapid and repetitive movements of the head, neck, trunk, or limbs that may appear months after treatment has been discontinued).

Other medicines and Cinitaprida Teva

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines.

Cinitaprida may increase the neurological effects of some medicines, especially those used to treat nervous system diseases, insomnia, and moderate to severe pain relief.

Cinitaprida may decrease the effect of digoxin, a medicine used to treat heart failure.

On the other hand, some medicines may decrease the action of cinitaprida. This is the case with some medicines used to treat Parkinson's disease, abdominal pain, or respiratory diseases such as chronic bronchitis.

Taking Cinitaprida Teva with food, drinks, and alcohol

Cinitaprida should not be taken with alcohol as it enhances its sedative effects.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or plan to become pregnant, consult your doctor or pharmacist before using this medicine.

Pregnancy

There are no data on the use of cinitaprida in pregnant women. Animal studies do not suggest direct or indirect harmful effects in terms of reproductive toxicity. As a precautionary measure, it is preferable to avoid the use of cinitaprida during pregnancy.

Your doctor will decide whether you should take this medicine or not.

Breastfeeding

It is unknown whether the medicine passes into breast milk. As a precautionary measure, it is preferable to avoid the use of this medicine during breastfeeding.

Driving and using machines

Do not drive or operate hazardous machinery during treatment with this medicine.

Cinitaprida Teva contains lactose

This medicine contains lactose. If your doctor has told you that you have an intolerance to some sugars, consult them before taking this medicine.

Cinitaprida Teva contains sodium

This medicine contains less than 23 mg of sodium (1 mmol) per tablet; this is essentially "sodium-free".

3. How to take Cinitaprida Teva

Follow exactly the administration instructions of this medicine indicated by your doctor or pharmacist. In case of doubt, consult your doctor or pharmacist again.

Remember to take your medicine

Use in children and adolescents

Administration of cinitaprida is not recommended in children and adolescents, as there is no experience of use in these age groups.

Use in adults (over 20 years)

The recommended dose for adults (over 20 years) is 1 tablet, 3 times a day, 15 minutes before each meal.

It is not more effective or convenient to increase the recommended doses.

Your doctor will indicate the duration of your treatment with this medicine. Do not stop treatment before.

The tablets should be taken orally with a glass of water.

If you think the action of cinitaprida is too strong or too weak, tell your doctor or pharmacist.

If you take more Cinitaprida Teva than you should

If you have taken more cinitaprida than you should, consult your doctor or pharmacist immediately or call the Toxicology Information Service, phone: 915 620 420, indicating the medicine and the amount taken.

The symptoms of overdose may be: drowsiness, disorientation, and extrapyramidal reactions (involuntary muscle movements of the face, neck, and tongue) that normally disappear when treatment is discontinued.

If you forget to take Cinitaprida Teva

Do not take a double dose to make up for forgotten doses. Take the forgotten dose when you remember and then follow your regular schedule. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, do not take the forgotten dose, and wait for your next scheduled dose.

If you have any further questions on the use of this medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

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4. Possible side effects

Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.

Side effects may be:

Uncommon (may affect up to 1 in 100 people)

Some patients may notice mild sedation or drowsiness.

Frequency not known (cannot be estimated from the available data)

  • Extrapyramidal reactions (involuntary muscle movements of the face, neck, and tongue) may occur.
  • Skin reactions such as rash, itching, angioedema (swelling of the lips and tongue that may affect the larynx), gynecomastia (excessive development of breast tissue), and galactorrhea (milk secretion) may appear.

Reporting of side effects

If you experience any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist, even if it is possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly through the Spanish Medicines Monitoring System: www.notificaRAM.es. By reporting side effects, you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.

5. Storing Cinitaprida Teva

Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.

This medicine does not require any special storage conditions.

Do not use this medicine after the expiry date stated on the carton after EXP. The expiry date is the last day of the month indicated.

Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Place the empty packaging and any unused medicine in the pharmacy's SIGRE collection point. If you have any doubts, ask your pharmacist how to dispose of the packaging and any unused medicine. This will help protect the environment.

6. Contents of the pack and further information

Composition of Cinitaprida Teva

  • The active substance is cinitaprida (as tartaric acid). Each tablet contains 1 mg of cinitaprida.
  • The other ingredients are lactose monohydrate, microcrystalline cellulose, sodium carboxymethyl starch type A (potato), colloidal anhydrous silica, and magnesium stearate.

Appearance and packaging

Cinitaprida Teva 1 mg tablets are presented as round, biconvex tablets, yellow in color. Each box contains 50 tablets in PVC/PVDC/aluminum blisters.

Marketing authorization holder and manufacturer

Marketing authorization holder

TEVA B.V.

Swensweg 5, Haarlem, 2031 GA

Netherlands

Manufacturer

SAG Manufacturing, S.L.U.

Crta. N-I, Km 36, San Agustin de Guadalix

28750 Madrid,

Spain

or

Galenicum Health, S.L.U.

C/ San Gabriel, 50

Esplugues de Llobregat

08950 Barcelona,

Spain

You can request more information about this medicine from the local representative of the marketing authorization holder:

Teva Pharma, S.L.U

C/ Anabel Segura, 11, Edifício Albatros B, 1ª planta,

Alcobendas, 28108, Madrid (Spain)

Date of the last revision of this leaflet: April 2021

Detailed and updated information on this medicine is available on the website of the Spanish Agency for Medicines and Health Products (AEMPS) http://www.aemps.gob.es.

You can access detailed and updated information about this medicine by scanning the QR code included in the packaging with your mobile phone (smartphone). You can also access this information at the following internet address: https://cima.aemps.es/cima/dochtml/p/85895/P_85895.html

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a prescription required for CINITAPRIDA TEVA 1 mg TABLETS?
CINITAPRIDA TEVA 1 mg TABLETS requires a prescription in Spain. You can check with a doctor online whether this medicine may be appropriate for your situation.
What is the active substance in CINITAPRIDA TEVA 1 mg TABLETS?
The active ingredient in CINITAPRIDA TEVA 1 mg TABLETS is cinitapride. This information helps identify medicines with the same composition but different brand names.
How much does CINITAPRIDA TEVA 1 mg TABLETS cost in pharmacies?
The average pharmacy price for CINITAPRIDA TEVA 1 mg TABLETS is around 6.73 EUR. Prices may vary depending on the manufacturer and dosage form.
Who manufactures CINITAPRIDA TEVA 1 mg TABLETS?
CINITAPRIDA TEVA 1 mg TABLETS is manufactured by Teva B.V.. Pharmacy brands and packaging may differ depending on the distributor.
Which doctors can assess the use of CINITAPRIDA TEVA 1 mg TABLETS online?
Doctors such as Family doctors, Psychiatrists, Dermatologists, Cardiologists, Endocrinologists, Gastroenterologists, Pulmonologists, Nephrologists, Rheumatologists, Hematologists, Infectious disease physicians, Allergists, Geriatricians, Paediatricians, Oncologists may assess whether CINITAPRIDA TEVA 1 mg TABLETS is appropriate, depending on your situation and local regulations. You can book an online consultation to discuss your symptoms and possible next steps.
What are the alternatives to CINITAPRIDA TEVA 1 mg TABLETS?
Other medicines with the same active substance (cinitapride) include BLASTON 1 mg TABLETS, CIDINE 1 mg TABLETS, CIDINE 1 mg/5 ml ORAL SOLUTION. These may have different brand names or formulations but contain the same therapeutic ingredient. Always consult a doctor before switching or starting a new medicine.
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