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tegaserod maleate

tegaserod maleate (ZELNORM) is a serotonin 4 (5-ht4) receptor partial agonist. Route of administration: oral. Current US regulatory status: approved.

FDA: approved
US status approved
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Drug details — tegaserod maleate
US status
approved
Class
Route
ORAL
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0
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Quick answer

tegaserod maleate (ZELNORM) is a serotonin 4 (5-ht4) receptor partial agonist. Route of administration: oral. Current US regulatory status: approved.

Key facts

INN tegaserod maleate
Brand ZELNORM
Mechanism Serotonin 4 (5-HT4) receptor partial agonist
Target 5-hydroxytryptamine receptor 4
Route ORAL
Formulation TABLET

Mechanism of action

Serotonin 4 (5-HT4) receptor partial agonist

Primary target: 5-hydroxytryptamine receptor 4

Approval history

Authority Status Date
FDA approved

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  3. cisapride monohydrate Serotonin 4 (5-HT4) receptor agonist

Frequently asked questions

What is tegaserod maleate?

tegaserod maleate (ZELNORM) is a serotonin 4 (5-ht4) receptor partial agonist. Route of administration: oral. Current US regulatory status: approved.

What is the brand name for tegaserod maleate?

ZELNORM is a marketed brand name for tegaserod maleate. Check FDA Drugs@FDA for the current US label holder and prescribing information.

What is the US approval status of tegaserod maleate?

tegaserod maleate has approved status in the United States according to our Drugs@FDA-derived records. Verify on the official FDA label before clinical or commercial decisions.