Tegaserod (Systemic)
Brand Names : Zelnorm
CategoryDescriptionTegaserod (te-GAS-a-rod )
is a medicine for short term treatment of women
who have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) with constipation (not enough or hard
bowel movements) as their main bowel problem. Tegaserod increases the movement
of stools (bowel movement) through the bowels. Tegaserod does not cure irritable
bowel syndrome. Tegaserod decreases pain and discomfort in the abdominal area,
bloating, and constipation. If you stop taking tegaserod your irritable bowel
syndrome symptoms may return in one to two weeks.
This medicine is available only with your healthcare professional's prescription,
in the following dosage forms:
Oral
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Tablets (U.S. and Canada)
Brand NamesSome commonly used brand names are:
In the U.S. -
In Canada -
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