Product introduction
Ganaton Tablet contains itopride, a prokinetic medicine used to ease heartburn, nausea and vomiting linked with slow or sluggish digestion. It works by improving the movement of the stomach and intestines so food passes through more quickly, which helps stop acid flowing back up and reduces the feeling of sickness. It is a prescription medicine, usually taken before meals.
Storage: Store below 30°C. Keep out of the reach of children.
Uses of Ganaton Tablet
- Heartburn
- Nausea
- Vomiting
Benefits of Ganaton Tablet
Ganaton Tablet helps digestion move along more smoothly. For heartburn, it speeds up digestion and discourages stomach acid from flowing backwards. It can reduce vomiting by helping food move faster through the digestive tract, and it eases nausea by improving the movement of the stomach and intestines. Taken as prescribed before meals, it helps relieve the discomfort of an underactive gut.
Side effects of Ganaton Tablet
Most side effects do not require medical attention and go away as your body adjusts. Consult your doctor if they persist.
- Diarrhoea
- Abdominal pain
- Headache
- Dry mouth
- Nausea
How to use Ganaton Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and for the duration advised by your doctor. Swallow the tablet whole with water; do not chew, crush or break it. It is usually taken on an empty stomach, commonly three times a day before meals.
How Ganaton Tablet works
Ganaton Tablet is a prokinetic. It acts on the region of the brain that controls vomiting and also works on the upper digestive tract to increase the movement of the stomach and intestines, helping food empty faster and reducing reflux and nausea.
Substitutes for Ganaton Tablet
No other medicine with the same composition is listed in our catalogue yet. Message us on WhatsApp and our pharmacist will help you find a suitable alternative.
Safety advice
It is not known whether it is safe to drink alcohol with this medicine, so check with your doctor.
Its safety in pregnancy is not established, and it should be avoided unless the benefits clearly outweigh the risks. Speak to your doctor.
It may be unsafe while breastfeeding, as limited data suggest it could pass into breast milk. Consult your doctor.
It may reduce alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy, so avoid driving if affected.
Use with caution if you have kidney disease, as the medicine is mainly cleared by the kidneys and the dose may need adjusting.
Use with caution if you have liver disease; your doctor may need to adjust the dose.
Quick tips
- It is generally taken three times a day before meals; food does not affect how it works.
- Swallow the tablet whole rather than chewing or crushing it.
- Let your doctor know if you have kidney problems, as the dose may need adjusting.
- Avoid driving if the medicine makes you feel drowsy, dizzy or affects your vision.
Fact box
| Chemical class | N-benzylbenzamides |
|---|---|
| Habit forming | No |
| Therapeutic class | Gastro Intestinal |
| Action class | Dopamine D2 Receptor Antagonists - Prokinetic Agents |
Frequently asked questions
What is Ganaton Tablet used for?
It is used to relieve heartburn, nausea and vomiting by improving the movement of the stomach and intestines.
How often should I take it?
It is usually taken three times a day before meals, but your doctor will decide the exact dose and duration for you.
Does it matter if I take it with food?
Food does not interfere with how it works, though it is generally recommended before meals.
Who should not take it?
It should not be used by people with increased gastrointestinal movement or a mechanical blockage in the gut. Tell your doctor about your medical conditions before use.
Is it safe if I have kidney problems?
Use it with caution, as it is mainly cleared through the kidneys. If kidney-related side effects appear, the dose is usually reduced or the medicine stopped.