Abstracts
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World J Gastroenterol. Sep 15, 1996; 2(Suppl1): 203-203
Published online Sep 15, 1996. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v2.iSuppl1.203
Clinical trail on cispride in treatment of constipation
Hua-Hun Huang
Hua-Hun Huang, People’s Hospital of Yingtan, Yingtan 335000, Jiangxi Province, China
Author contributions: The author solely contributed to the work.
Received: November 3, 1995
Revised: March 21, 1996
Accepted: July 19, 1996
Published online: September 15, 1996
Abstract

AIM: This clinical trail studied on cisapride in treatment of constipation.

METHODS: 59 cases of constipation gastrointestinal disease with a mean age of 62 years old. Initial dose of cisapride: 5 mg 2 times daily; Maximal dose: 20 mg 2 times daily; Maintenance treatment of cisapride: 5 mg daily. The patients were followed up before treatment and after treatment. The symptoms and side effects were recorded.

RESULTS: The cisapride could significantly improve the symptoms of constipation. Total efficacy rate of cisapride as 93.2%. Side effects are mainly borborygmi, diarrhea and transient abdominal cramping, but most of patients could endure.

CONCLUSION: The clinical trail indicated that the cisapride is safe and effective in treatment of functional constipation.

Keywords: Cisapride, Constipation