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Tag: Serotonin receptor agonist

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What family of drugs is prucalopride in? A guide to this serotonin-modulating prokinetic

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According to the National Institutes of Health, chronic idiopathic constipation affects a significant portion of the adult population. For individuals whose symptoms are not adequately relieved by traditional laxatives, a prescription medication may be necessary. This is where the medication prucalopride comes in, a drug that belongs to the family of serotonin receptor agonists.

What is Prucalopride used for?: A Detailed Pharmacological Overview

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According to clinical trials, Prucalopride significantly improves bowel function in adults with severe chronic constipation, especially in cases where other laxatives have failed. This prescription medication offers an effective option for long-term management of chronic idiopathic constipation (CIC) by addressing the root cause of slow intestinal motility.