bestopride 25mg tablet - Levosulpiride (25mg) medicine

bestopride 25mg tablet

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๐Ÿญ Iva Healthcare Pvt. Ltd. ๐Ÿ“ฆ Varies by brand ๐Ÿ’Š Allopathy ๐Ÿ“… Updated: Aug 23, 2026
โš ๏ธ Hepatotoxicity Risk ๐Ÿ“‹ Prescription Required ๐Ÿ’Š Generic Available
Medically Reviewed
SaathiMed Expert Panel | Aug 23, 2026

What is bestopride 25mg tablet used for?

Aurlev 75 Tablet (Levosulpiride) is used to treat NEURO CNS. It contains Levosulpiride (25mg), which Selective dopamine D2 receptor antagonist; also has weak 5-HT4 receptor agonist . Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.

  • Generic Name: Levosulpiride
  • Manufacturer: Iva Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
  • Form: Allopathy
  • Pregnancy Category: A
  • Prescription Required: Yes
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๐Ÿ’Š bestopride 25mg tablet Uses & Benefits

Schizophrenia, depression, anxiety, vertigo, nausea and vomiting, dyspepsia.

Off-label uses: Irritable bowel syndrome, gastroparesis, chronic hiccups.

๐Ÿ“‹ Drug Information

Generic Name(s)Levosulpiride
Brand NameAurlev 75 Tablet
ManufacturerIva Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
Packaging / FormVaries by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic ClassNEURO CNS
Action ClassAtypical Antipsychotics
Route of AdministrationOral
StorageStore at room temperature (20-25ยฐC), protect from light and moisture.
Shelf LifeAs per manufacturer

๐Ÿ”ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionRapidly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract after oral administration.
DistributionWidely distributed in body tissues; crosses the blood-brain barrier.
Protein BindingApproximately 40% bound to plasma proteins.
MetabolismMetabolized in the liver, primarily by CYP3A4.
Half-Life6-8 hours
ExcretionExcreted mainly in urine (70-80%) as unchanged drug and metabolites.
BioavailabilityApproximately 30-40% due to first-pass metabolism.
Onset of Action1-2 hours
Peak Plasma Time2-3 hours
Duration of Action8-12 hours

How It Works

Selective dopamine D2 receptor antagonist; also has weak 5-HT4 receptor agonist activity.

Mechanism Steps

1Blocks dopamine D2 receptors in the chemoreceptor trigger zone and gastrointestinal tract.
2Inhibits dopamine-mediated emetic signals.
3Weakly agonizes 5-HT4 receptors, enhancing gastrointestinal motility.

๐Ÿ’ก How to Take bestopride 25mg tablet

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

โš ๏ธ Side Effects of bestopride 25mg tablet

โœ… Common Side Effects

  • Drowsiness
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Dry mouth
  • Constipation
  • Weight gain

๐Ÿšจ Serious Side Effects

  • Extrapyramidal symptoms
  • Tardive dyskinesia
  • Neuroleptic malignant syndrome
  • QT prolongation
  • Hyperprolactinemia

โš ๏ธ Rare Side Effects

  • Agranulocytosis
  • Leukopenia
  • Seizures
  • Hepatitis
  • Allergic reactions

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

๐Ÿ”ฌ Drug Interactions

โš ๏ธ DrugSeverityEffect
Levodopa Major Antagonism of levodopa effects
Dopamine agonists Major Reduced efficacy of dopamine agonists
Antipsychotics Major Increased risk of extrapyramidal symptoms
CNS depressants Moderate Enhanced sedation
Antihypertensives Moderate Increased hypotensive effect
MAO inhibitors Moderate Risk of hypertensive crisis
Antacids Minor Reduced absorption of levosulpiride
H2 receptor antagonists Minor Reduced absorption of levosulpiride

๐Ÿšจ Major Interactions

  • Levodopa
  • Dopamine agonists
  • Antipsychotics

โšก Moderate Interactions

  • CNS depressants
  • Antihypertensives
  • MAO inhibitors

โ„น๏ธ Minor Interactions

  • Antacids
  • H2 receptor antagonists

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Food Interactions

Food may delay absorption; avoid high-fat meals.

๐Ÿท Alcohol Interaction

Increased CNS depression; avoid alcohol.

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings

๐Ÿšซ Contraindications

Hypersensitivity, pheochromocytoma, prolactin-dependent tumors, severe renal impairment.

๐Ÿ“Š Monitoring Parameters

Blood pressure, heart rate, ECG, liver function tests, renal function, prolactin levels.

๐Ÿคฑ Lactation Safety

Excreted in breast milk; avoid breastfeeding.

๐Ÿ’Š Overdose Management

Symptomatic and supportive treatment; gastric lavage, activated charcoal, monitoring of vital signs.

โฐ Missed Dose

Take as soon as remembered; skip if almost time for next dose; do not double dose.

๐Ÿ‘จโ€โš•๏ธ Reviewed by Expert

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Last reviewed on: Aug 23, 2026

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โญ User Reviews

Verified User Jul 10, 2026

Found this to be a helpful product. Good results.

Trusted Reviewer Jul 10, 2026

Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.

Regular Customer Jul 10, 2026

This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.

Regular Customer Jul 10, 2026

Found this to be a helpful product. Good results.

Regular Customer Jul 10, 2026

Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.

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