Description
Levosulpiride is classified as an antipsychotic medicine and is mainly used to treat depression, indigestion, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, mental disorders, irritable bowel syndrome, anxiety disorder, vertigo, hallucinations, schizophrenia, and persistent heartburns.
Levosulpiride works effectively by binding dopamine receptors in the brain and the periphery, which results in the increased tone of muscles in the gastrointestinal tract. It also decreases the level of the chemical compounds present in the brain.
This property of levosulpiride helps physicians to use it widely on GI abnormalities.
When Levosulpiride is prescribed?
Levosulpiride is prescribed to treat and prevent conditions such as:
Gastroesophageal reflux disease
Depression
Dyspepsia
Mental disorder
Frequent persistent heartburn
Indigestion
Irritable bowel syndrome
This should be administered strictly with the prescription and advise of medical practitioners only.
