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What is the FDA notified healthcare professionals and patients that Novartis had agreed to discontinue marketing tegaserod (Zelnorm) for the short-term treatment of women with irritable bowel syndrome with constipation and for patients younger than 65 years of ag

Short term treatment of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) in women who have constipation as their main symptom. It is also used for treating certain men and women who have a type of chronic constipation. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
The FDA notified healthcare professionals and patients that Novartis had agreed to discontinue marketing tegaserod (Zelnorm) for the short-term treatment of women with irritable bowel syndrome with constipation and for patients younger than 65 years of ag is a selective serotonin receptor agonist. It works on the nerves of the bowel to improve bowel function. This helps you to have more normal stools.

Important safety information:

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The FDA notified healthcare professionals and patients that Novartis had agreed to discontinue marketing tegaserod (Zelnorm) for the short-term treatment of women with irritable bowel syndrome with constipation and for patients younger than 65 years of ag side effects

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
  • Diarrhea; headache.
  • Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
  • Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); bloody stools; diarrhea with severe cramping; fainting; new or worsening stomach pain; rectal bleeding; severe or persistent diarrhea or dizziness.

  • This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.

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    References

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