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Prusent 2mg Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
Prusent 2mg Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
Prusent 2mg Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Sureshvarma D , MPharma
48 Hrs returnable
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Composition :

PRUCALOPRIDE-2MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Lupin Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

GASTROPROKINETIC AGENTS

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Lupin Ltd, 3rd floor Kalpataru Inspire, Off. W E Highway, Santacruz (East), Mumbai 400 055. India Country of Origin: India
Other Info - PRU0060

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Written By

Santoshini Reddy G

M Pharmacy

Sureshvarma D

Reviewed By

Sureshvarma D

MPharma

Last Updated

Jul 8, 2025 | 9:40 AM IST

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FAQs

Prusent 2mg Tablet acts on the muscle walls of the gut and increases bowel motility. Thereby, helps restore the normal functioning of the bowel and treats constipation

Diarrhoea might occur if Prusent 2mg Tablet is taken in larger doses. Drink lots of fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. Contraceptive pills might become ineffective in case of severe diarrhoea. In such conditions, use an extra method of contraception.

Do not take Prusent 2mg Tablet for longer durations unless advised by the doctor as it might lead to dependency on Prusent 2mg Tablet for a bowel movement. Consult your doctor if your bowel movement is irregular even after taking Prusent 2mg Tablet for four weeks.

Drink plenty of fluids and consume fibre-rich food, whole-grain bread, unprocessed bran, fruits and vegetables. Try to exercise regularly.

If you miss a dose, try to take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and take the scheduled dose instead. Avoid taking the double dose as it might cause unpleasant side effects or overdose.

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Alcohol

Caution

It is not known if alcohol interacts with Prusent 2mg Tablet . Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Prusent 2mg Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy. Use a reliable method of contraception while taking Prusent 2mg Tablet . Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, think you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Prusent 2mg Tablet might pass into breastmilk. Avoid breastfeeding while taking Prusent 2mg Tablet .

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Driving

Caution

Prusent 2mg Tablet is unlikely to affect your ability to drive. However, sometimes Prusent 2mg Tablet might cause dizziness and tiredness, so drive only if you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have liver impairment/liver disease.

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Kidney

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment/kidney disease.

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Children

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Prusent 2mg Tablet is not recommended for children below 18 years as safety and effectiveness have not been established.

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Reference

  1. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.584.pdf
  2. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2018/210166s000lbl.pdf
  3. https://www.drugs.com/mtm/prucalopride.html
  4. https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a619011.html

About Prusent 2mg Tablet

Prusent 2mg Tablet belongs to the group of medicines called gastrointestinal prokinetics used to treat chronic idiopathic constipation. Chronic idiopathic constipation is a functional bowel disorder characterised by difficult or incomplete and/or infrequent passage of stools that lasts for 3months or longer and is not caused by any disease or medication. 
 
Prusent 2mg Tablet contains ‘prucalopride’, which acts on the muscle walls of the gut, and increases bowel motility. Thereby, helps restore the normal functioning of the bowel and treats constipation. Prusent 2mg Tablet helps treat chronic constipation in adults in whom laxatives do not work well. 
 
You are advised to take Prusent 2mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it to you. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as headache, diarrhoea, nausea, and abdominal pain. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
 
Avoid taking Prusent 2mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Prusent 2mg Tablet is not recommended for children below 18 years as safety and effectiveness have not been established. Prusent 2mg Tablet may cause dizziness and tiredness, so drive only if you are alert. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and the medicines you are taking to rule out any unpleasant side effects or interactions.

Uses of Prusent 2mg Tablet

Chronic idiopathic constipation

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Medicinal Benefits

Prusent 2mg Tablet belongs to the group of medicines called gastrointestinal prokinetics used to treat chronic idiopathic constipation. Prusent 2mg Tablet acts on the muscle walls of the gut and increases bowel motility. Thereby, helps restore the normal functioning of the bowel and treats constipation. Prusent 2mg Tablet helps treat chronic constipation in adults in whom laxatives do not work well. 

Directions for Use

Swallow Prusent 2mg Tablet as a whole with water; do not crush or chew it.

Side Effects of Prusent 2mg Tablet

  • Abdominal pain/cramps
  • Headache
  • Diarrhoea
  • Vomiting
  • Tiredness
  • Nausea

Drug Warnings

Do not take Prusent 2mg Tablet if you are allergic to any of its components, if you are on renal dialysis, have perforation/obstruction of the gut wall, inflammation of the intestinal tract, Crohn’s disease, toxic megacolon/megarectum or ulcerative colitis. Inform your doctor if you have AIDS, hormonal problems, neurological disease, suicidal tendency, mood disorder, cancer, heart, kidney or liver problems. Avoid taking Prusent 2mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Prusent 2mg Tablet is not recommended for children below 18 years as safety and effectiveness have not been established. Prusent 2mg Tablet may cause dizziness and tiredness, so drive only if you are alert.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Try maintaining a balanced diet that includes fresh fruits and vegetables.
  • Stay hydrated, drink enough water and fluids.
  • Exercise regularly, and stay fit.
  • Get enough sleep.
  • Try making time to empty your bowels whenever the body tells you to.
  • Eat food rich in fibre such as whole-wheat bread, oatmeal, flaxseed, nuts, beans, lentils, fruits (berries, apples, oranges, bananas, pears, figs) and vegetables (broccoli, spinach, sweet potatoes, avocados).

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