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  2. Prokinetic agent - Wikipedia

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    Activation of a wide range of serotonin receptors by serotonin itself or by certain prokinetic drugs results in enhanced gastrointestinal motility. [3] Other prokinetic drugs may increase acetylcholine concentrations by stimulating the M 1 receptor which causes acetylcholine release, or by inhibiting the enzyme acetylcholinesterase which ...

  3. Domperidone - Wikipedia

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    [25] [26] [2] However, it is available in the United States for people with severe and treatment-refractory gastrointestinal motility problems under an expanded access individual-patient investigational new drug application. [25] An analogue of domperidone called deudomperidone is under development for potential use in the United States and ...

  4. Roemheld syndrome - Wikipedia

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    Alpha blockers may increase GI motility if that is an issue, also 5 mg to 10 mg amitriptyline if motility is an issue that can't be solved by other methods Antigas - simethicone , beano , omnimax reduces epigastric pressure

  5. Irritable bowel syndrome - Wikipedia

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    The increase in gastrointestinal symptoms during menses or early menopause may be related to declining or low estrogen and progesterone, suggesting that estrogen withdrawal may play a role in IBS. [178] Gender differences in healthcare-seeking may also play a role. [179]

  6. GLP-1 Drugs Benefit Brain and Heart Health, but May Cause ...

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    A large study published in Nature Medicine reviewed the effects of GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro on 175 different health outcomes. The findings show benefits for brain and heart health ...

  7. Cisapride - Wikipedia

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    Cisapride is a gastroprokinetic agent, a drug that increases motility in the upper gastrointestinal tract. It acts directly as a serotonin 5-HT 4 receptor agonist and indirectly as a parasympathomimetic. Stimulation of the serotonin receptors increases acetylcholine release in the enteric nervous system.

  8. As a doctor, I want patients, especially elderly ones, to ...

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    These medications cause profound abnormalities of the gastrointestinal tract, breathing difficulties, and a sequence of problems leading to infections, skin breakdown, and nutritional deficiencies ...

  9. What Is Pelvic Floor Dysfunction in Men? Causes, Symptoms ...

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    Increase time to discharge in people with lifelong PE The good news is that even a few minutes per day of pelvic floor exercises can make a difference. Kegel exercises are a popular type of pelvic ...