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Prucalopride is a drug used to treat long-standing and recurrent constipation. It promotes the release of acetylcholine, a chemical messenger that increases intestinal movement and effectively treats chronic constipation. Some of the common side effects of the drug include nausea, dizziness, headache, stomachache, flatulence, fatigue, etc. In rare cases, it can even cause diarrhea and dehydration.

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Prucalopride - Mechanism of Action, Indications, Dosage, and Adverse Drug Reactions

Prucalopride is a third-generation 5-hydroxytryptamine receptor 4 agonist that helps people with long-term illnesses with their constipation symptoms.

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