IT PRIDE 50

IT PRIDE 50 is a gastroprokinetic tablet. Each tablet contains 50 mg of itopride, a medicine that improves the movement of the stomach and upper gut. Doctors in India commonly prescribe it for people who feel bloated, heavy, or uncomfortably full after eating, even though tests such as endoscopy show no ulcer or structural disease. This pattern is called functional dyspepsia.

How does it work? Itopride has a dual action:

1. Dopamine D2 receptor blockade: Dopamine slows gut movement. By blocking its receptors, itopride removes this brake.
2. Acetylcholinesterase inhibition: This enzyme breaks down acetylcholine, the chemical signal that makes gut muscles contract. Inhibiting it lets acetylcholine build up and strengthens the stomach's contractions.

Together, these actions speed up gastric emptying and improve coordinated movement of the stomach, which reduces the bloating, early fullness, and nausea that come with sluggish digestion.

Product Information 

Why Is Itopride 50 Important?

Indigestion is one of the most common complaints in Indian clinics. Late dinners, spicy and oily food, irregular meal timing, stress, and long working hours all contribute. When bloating and fullness become routine, they affect appetite, sleep, work, and mood.

Itopride 50 is important for four reasons:

1. It treats the cause of the symptoms, not just the acid. Many dyspepsia patients do not have excess acid. Their stomach simply empties too slowly. A prokinetic works on that problem directly.
2. It fits well alongside acid-suppressing therapy. Doctors often combine a prokinetic with a proton pump inhibitor or antacid when both acid symptoms and slow emptying are present.
3. It has a favourable interaction profile. Because it avoids the major CYP450 pathways, it is easier to prescribe for patients who take several other medicines, such as those for blood pressure or diabetes.
4. It is taken in a simple schedule. One tablet before each main meal is easy to remember and links the medicine to eating.

Steris Healthcare manufactures IT PRIDE 50 under WHO-GMP and ISO-certified quality systems, so doctors, pharmacists, and distributors get consistent quality.

Key Benefits 

• Relief from bloating and gas: It helps food move through the stomach rather than sit there.
• Reduces early satiety: Many patients feel full after only a few bites, and faster emptying improves this.
• Eases upper abdominal discomfort: It reduces the heaviness, pressure, and burning-type discomfort that follow meals.
• Helps control nausea: Better gastric emptying lowers the queasy feeling after eating.
• Improves appetite and meal comfort: Patients often find eating more pleasant once digestion speeds up.
• Low interaction potential: It has a lower risk of clashing with common long-term medicines.
• Works well in combination: It can be prescribed with acid-suppressive medicines when the doctor feels both are needed.

Uses of IT PRIDE 50

• Symptomatic treatment of functional dyspepsia (bloating, early fullness, upper abdominal pain or discomfort, nausea)
• Gastritis-related symptoms such as heaviness, belching, and loss of appetite, as directed by the doctor
• Delayed gastric emptying or sluggish stomach movement, when prescribed
• Adjunct therapy with acid-suppressing medicines, as advised by a gastroenterologist or physician

Precautions Before Taking 

Tell your doctor your full medical history before starting this medicine.

Do not use if:

• You have gastrointestinal bleeding, a mechanical blockage, or perforation of the gut. Increasing gut movement in these conditions can be dangerous.
• You are allergic to itopride or any ingredient in the tablet.

Use with caution or under close supervision if you have:

• Kidney or liver disease
• A history of raised prolactin levels or breast-related symptoms
• Pregnancy or breastfeeding. It is generally used only if the doctor decides the benefit outweighs the risk.
• Long-term or unexplained digestive symptoms

Side Effects 

Most people tolerate itopride well. Side effects, when they occur, are usually mild.

Common or uncommon but mild:

• Diarrhoea or loose stools
• Abdominal pain or stomach cramps
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Nausea
• Constipation
• Increased salivation

Rare:

• Raised prolactin levels, which may cause breast tenderness, breast enlargement, or milk discharge
• Skin rash or itching
• Tremor
• A drop in white blood cell count

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I buy Itopride 50 mg online?

Itopride 50 mg can be purchased online through authorized pharmacies and pharmaceutical suppliers in India, subject to availability and applicable prescription requirements.

What is the price of Itopride 50 mg?

The price of Itopride 50 mg may vary depending on the brand, pack size, seller, and applicable offers. Check the current product listing for the latest price.

Can I order Itopride 50 mg online?

Yes, Itopride 50 mg may be ordered online through an authorized pharmacy or pharmaceutical supplier, subject to prescription requirements and product availability.

Is Itopride 50 mg available from Steris Healthcare?

The availability of Itopride 50 mg from Steris Healthcare depends on current stock and the specific product listing. Contact Steris Healthcare or check the product page for current availability.

What is Itopride 50 mg used for?

Itopride 50 mg is a gastrointestinal medicine commonly used to help manage symptoms associated with reduced stomach movement, such as indigestion, bloating, nausea, vomiting, abdominal discomfort, and early fullness.

What is the composition of Itopride 50 mg?

The active ingredient in Itopride 50 mg is Itopride Hydrochloride 50 mg. The formulation may also contain inactive ingredients that can vary depending on the manufacturer.

Is a prescription required?

Itopride 50 mg should be used under the guidance of a qualified healthcare professional. Follow your doctor's advice regarding whether a prescription is required for your specific use.

How should Itopride 50 mg be taken?

Take Itopride 50 mg exactly as prescribed by your doctor. It is commonly taken before meals with water. Do not change the dose or duration of treatment without medical advice.

What should I know before buying Itopride 50 mg?

Before buying Itopride 50 mg, check the strength, composition, manufacturer, pack size, expiry date, and product authenticity. Inform your doctor about other medicines you take and any existing medical conditions.

How can I order Itopride 50 mg online?

To order Itopride 50 mg online, check its availability with an authorized pharmacy or pharmaceutical supplier, review the product details and prescription requirements, and complete the order according to the seller's process.