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