Prucalopride

Alternative Names: Motegrity

Prucalopride (Motegrity) is a prescription medication used to treat chronic idiopathic constipation, particularly in patients who have not responded to standard laxatives. It works as a selective serotonin 5-HT₄ receptor agonist, stimulating colonic motility and promoting more regular bowel movements. Prucalopride targets gut motility rather than stool consistency, making it useful for slow-transit constipation. It is generally well tolerated, with common side effects including headache, nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea, especially when starting therapy.

Treatment Type: Prescription Medication

Treatment Class: Serotonin agonist

Treatment Modality: Oral

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Intolerable Effect
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Third-line or more

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Cost
Very Expensive
$1000+
Expensive
$501 to $1000
Moderate Cost
$101 to $500
Affordable
$25 to $100
Very Affordable
$25
Relief Speed
No Relief
No noticeable improvement
Slow Relief
Several days to weeks
Moderate Relief
Within 1 - 3 days
Fast Relief
Within hours
Immediate Relief
Within minutes
Side Effect
Intolerable Side Effect
Caused treatment to stop or required hospitalization
Severe Side Effect
Difficult to tolerate, may require intervention
Moderate Side Effect
Noticeable, but manageable
Mild Side Effect
Minor, not bothersome
No Side Effect
Without any adverse effects
Treatment Line
Third-line or more
Used after second-line failed or multiple prior treatment
Second-line
Used after first-line treatment failed or was unsuitable
First-line
First treatment tried

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