S.R.D Tablets 1mg

About S.R.D Tablets 1mg

S.R.D Uses

• Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
• Functional dyspepsia and indigestion
• Delayed stomach emptying
• Bloating and early fullness after meals
• Nausea linked to slow digestion

S.R.D Benefits

• Speeds up stomach emptying to reduce bloating
• Strengthens the valve between the esophagus and stomach to reduce reflux
• Eases discomfort after meals
• Reduces nausea related to sluggish digestion

What Experts Say

Cinitapride works on serotonin receptors in the gut wall, stimulating the muscles of the stomach and esophagus to contract more effectively. It also tightens the lower esophageal sphincter, the valve that normally stops stomach acid from moving upward. This combined action speeds up stomach emptying while reducing the backflow that causes heartburn.

Gastroenterologists commonly prescribe this tablet for patients with reflux symptoms that do not fully respond to acid reducing medicines alone, since it treats the underlying motility problem rather than just the acid. It is usually taken before meals for a short course, and doctors reassess symptoms after a few weeks rather than continuing it indefinitely without review.

Rich, oily meals and irregular eating schedules are common triggers for reflux and bloating, and many people first try to manage these symptoms with random antacid tablets from a nearby pharmacy. Persistent reflux lasting more than a few weeks deserves a proper gastroenterology evaluation rather than repeated self-medication.

Drug Class

• Gastroprokinetic Agent

S.R.D Tablets 1mg formula

• Cinitapride

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use S.R.D Tablets 1mg?

• Take S.R.D about 15 minutes before meals, as advised by your doctor.
• Swallow the tablet with a glass of water.
• Take it consistently at the same times each day for best results.
• Avoid lying down immediately after taking the tablet.

Drug Interactions

• Anticholinergic drugs: These can reduce the prokinetic effect of S.R.D on the gut.
• Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors like ketoconazole: Combined use should be monitored, though major interaction risk appears low based on available data.
• Sedatives: Taking together may increase drowsiness.

Risks and warnings

• Bowel obstruction: This medicine should be avoided in people with mechanical gut obstruction or perforation.
• Heart rhythm caution: Caution is advised in people with existing heart rhythm problems, though major QT effects have not been confirmed in studies.
• Liver impairment: Dose adjustment may be needed in people with significant liver disease.
• Elderly patients: Older adults should be monitored for drowsiness or dizziness.

S.R.D Side Effects

• Headache
• Diarrhea
• Abdominal cramps
• Dry mouth
• Dizziness
• Drowsiness

Storage Conditions

• Store below 30°C away from direct sunlight.
• Keep the tablets in a dry place.
• Keep the strip sealed until ready to use.
• Keep out of reach of children.