title: Propulsid (cisapride).
abstract: Propulsid is indicated in the treatment of patients with nocturnal heartburn due to gastroesophageal reflux disease. Propulsid administration increases lower esophageal sphincter pressure and increases esophageal acid clearance.
authors.forename: D W
authors.initials: DW
authors.lastname: Claussen
mesh_terms: D020117:Cisapride; D004347:Drug Interactions; D004942:Esophagitis, Peptic / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000451:nursing; D006801:Humans; D010880:Piperidines / Q000494:pharmacology / Q000627:therapeutic use*
chemical_list: D010880:Piperidines; D020117:Cisapride