acotiamide

noun

Meaning

A prokinetic drug used to improve gastrointestinal motility, particularly in the upper digestive tract, to treat symptoms like heartburn, nausea, and a feeling of fullness.

Examples

  • The doctor prescribed acotiamide to help manage his chronic indigestion.
  • Patients taking acotiamide reported a significant reduction in post-meal bloating.

Synonyms: prokinetic, gastric stimulant