Diabetic gastroparesis is a condition that affects the movement of food and liquid from your stomach into your small intestine.
Food gets digested in the stomach and is broken down into small pieces
The stomach empties food and pills into the small intestine on a regular basis
The small intestine absorbs nutrients from food and medications, so the body can use them
Food gets digested in the stomach and is broken down into small pieces
The stomach can take a long time to empty into the small intestine (this is called “delayed stomach emptying”). Delayed stomach emptying can cause food and pills to build up in the stomach
This means it may take longer for food and pills to get absorbed into the body, possibly keeping these unabsorbed pills from working
“…Once I started having symptoms, I wasn't able to work anymore 'cause I couldn't hold down a job, 'cause I spent more time in the bathroom, or sick, or in the hospital. It got to the point I wasn't able to cook, clean, do nothing for myself.”– Kawanis, actual GIMOTI patient†
If you have diabetic gastroparesis and still experience symptoms after changing your diet and/or taking medicine, talk to your doctor about whether your symptom management plan needs to be adjusted. Make sure to tell your doctor:
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References: 1. Camilleri M, Parkman HP, Shafi MA, Abell TL, Gerson L. Clinical guideline: management of gastroparesis. Am J Gastroenterol. 2013;108(1):18-37. 2. Parkman HP, Yates K, Hasler WL, et al. Similarities and differences between diabetic and idiopathic gastroparesis. Clin Gastroenterol Hepatol. 2011;9(12):1056-1064.
GIMOTI is a prescription medicine used 30 minutes before meals and at bedtime for 2 to 8 weeks to relieve symptoms of slow stomach emptying in adults with diabetes. Avoid treatment with metoclopramide (all dosage forms and routes of administration) for longer than 12 weeks.
GIMOTI is not recommended for use in children under age 18.
This is a summary of important information you need to know about GIMOTI. This information does not take the place of talking with your healthcare professional about your medical condition or your treatment.
Call your healthcare professional right away if you get movements you cannot stop or control, such as lip smacking, chewing, or puckering up your mouth; frowning or scowling; sticking out your tongue; blinking and moving your eyes; shaking of your arms and legs.
Before starting GIMOTI, tell your healthcare professional about all your medical conditions, especially if you have
Also tell your healthcare professional if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed, or drink alcohol.
Tell your healthcare professional about all the medicines you take, including prescription drugs and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.
Speak with your healthcare professional before you start or stop any other medicines.
These are not all the possible side effects of GIMOTI. Ask your healthcare professional for medical advice about side effects.
You may report side effects related to Evoke Pharma products by calling 1-833-4-GIMOTI (1-833-444-6684) or emailing GIMOTImedinfo@evokepharma.com. If you prefer to report these to the FDA, either visit www.FDA.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
This information should not take the place of you talking with your doctor or healthcare professional. If you have any questions about your condition, or if you would like more information about GIMOTI, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. Only you and your healthcare professional can decide if GIMOTI is right for you.
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