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Motegrity

prucalopride · Motegrity is a prescription drug containing prucalopride, made by Takeda Pharmaceuticals America, Inc..

Type
Prescription
Drug class
Not classified
Route
Oral
Manufacturers
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MOTEGRITY ® is indicated for the treatment of chronic idiopathic constipation (CIC) in adults.

Drug facts

Generic name
prucalopride
Active ingredients
Prucalopride Succinate
Dosage forms
Tablet, film coated
Label holder
Takeda Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.
FDA application
NDA210166
Label updated
07/17/2025

Uses

MOTEGRITY ® is indicated for the treatment of chronic idiopathic constipation (CIC) in adults. MOTEGRITY is a serotonin-4 (5-HT 4) receptor agonist indicated for the treatment of chronic idiopathic constipation (CIC) in adults. (1)

Dosage and administration

MOTEGRITY can be taken with or without food. The recommended dosage by patient population is shown in Table 1. Table 1: Recommended Dosage Regimen and Dosage Adjustments by Population Population with CIC Recommended Oral Dose Regimen Adults 2 mg once daily Patients with severe renal impairment (creatinine clearance (CrCL) less than 30 mL/min) [see Use in Specific Populations (8.5, 8.6)]. 1 mg once daily Take with or without food. (2) Recommended dosage by patient population: Population with CIC Recommended Oral Dose Regimen Adults 2 mg once daily. (2) Patients with severe renal impairment (creatinine clearance (CrCL) less than 30 mL/min) 1 mg once daily. (2, 8.5, 8.6)

Dosage forms and strengths

MOTEGRITY Tablets: 1 mg prucalopride: White to off-white, round, biconvex film-coated tablet debossed with "PRU 1" on one side and no debossing on the other side. 2 mg prucalopride: Pink, round, biconvex film-coated tablet debossed with "PRU 2" on one side and no debossing on the other side. Tablets: 1 mg, 2 mg of prucalopride. (3)

Contraindications

MOTEGRITY is contraindicated in patients with: A history of hypersensitivity to MOTEGRITY. Reactions including dyspnea, rash, pruritus, urticaria, and facial edema have been observed [see Adverse Reactions (6.2)]. Intestinal perforation or obstruction due to structural or functional disorder of the gut wall, obstructive ileus, severe inflammatory conditions of the intestinal tract such as Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and toxic megacolon/megarectum. Hypersensitivity to MOTEGRITY. (4) Intestinal perforation or obstruction due to structural or functional disorder of the gut wall, obstructive ileus, severe inflammatory conditions of the intestinal tract such as Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and toxic megacolon/megarectum. (4)

Warnings and precautions

Suicidal Ideation and Behavior: Monitor patients for suicidal ideation and behavior as well as self-injurious ideation and new-onset or worsening of depression. Instruct patients to discontinue MOTEGRITY immediately and contact their healthcare provider if they experience any unusual changes in mood or behavior, or they experience emerging suicidal thoughts or behaviors. (5.1)

5.1Suicidal Ideation and Behavior

In clinical trials, suicides, suicide attempts, and suicidal ideation have been reported. Postmarketing cases of suicidal ideation and behavior as well as self-injurious ideation and new onset or worsening of depression have been reported within the first few weeks of starting MOTEGRITY [see Adverse Reactions (6.1, 6.2)]. A causal association between treatment with MOTEGRITY and an increased risk of suicidal ideation and behavior has not been established. Monitor all patients treated with MOTEGRITY for new onset or worsening of depression or the emergence of suicidal thoughts and behaviors. Counsel patients, their caregivers, and family members of patients to be aware of any unusual changes in mood or behavior and alert the healthcare provider. Instruct patients to discontinue MOTEGRITY immediately and contact their healthcare provider if they experience any of these symptoms.

Side effects (adverse reactions)

Most common adverse reactions (≥2%) are headache, abdominal pain, nausea, diarrhea, abdominal distension, dizziness, vomiting, flatulence, and fatigue. (6.1) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Takeda Pharmaceuticals at 1-800-828-2088 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch. 6.1 Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. The data described below represent 2,530 patients (1,251 received MOTEGRITY 2 mg once daily and 1,279 received placebo) with CIC from 6 double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trials of 12 weeks to 24 weeks in duration. In these trials overall, patients were primarily female (76%) and white (76%). The mean age was 47 years (range 17 to 95 years) [see Clinical Studies (14)]. Common Adverse Reactions Table 2 below summarizes the incidence (%) of common adverse reactions occurring in at least 2% of patients with CIC receiving either 2 mg of MOTEGRITY once daily or placebo and at an incidence greater than in the placebo group from the six double-blind placebo-controlled trials described above. Table 2: Common Adverse Reactions Reported in ≥2% of patients receiving MOTEGRITY and a rate higher than patients receiving placebo. in Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Trials of CIC of at least 12 Weeks Duration Adverse Reaction MOTEGRITY 2 mg Once Daily N=1,251 Includes 93 patients who started on MOTEGRITY 1 mg and increased to MOTEGRITY 2 mg. % Placebo N=1,279 % Headache 19 9 Abdominal pain Includes abdominal pain, upper abdominal pain, lower abdominal pain, abdominal tenderness, abdominal discomfort, and epigastric discomfort. 16 11 Nausea 14 7 Diarrhea 13 5 Abdominal distension 5 4 Dizziness 4 2 Vomiting 3 2 Flatulence 3 2 Fatigue 2 1 Less Common Adverse Reactions Less common adverse reactions occurring in <2% of patients receiving MOTEGRITY 2 mg once daily include: Gastrointestinal disorders: Abnormal gastrointestinal sounds Metabolism and nutrition disorders: Decreased appetite Nervous system disorders: Migraine Renal and urinary disorders: Pollakiuria Diarrhea Of the patients who reported diarrhea, 70% (110 out of 157) reported it in the first week of treatment. Diarrhea typically resolved within a few days in 73% (80 out of 110) of those patients. Severe diarrhea was reported in 1.8% of patients treated with MOTEGRITY 2 mg compared to 1% of patients in the placebo group, and had a similar onset and duration as diarrhea overall. Headache Of the patients who reported headache, 66% (157 out of 237) treated with MOTEGRITY 2 mg once daily reported onset in the first 2 days of treatment. Symptoms typically resolved within a few days in 65% (102 out of 157) of those patients. Adverse Reactions Leading to Discontinuation In the 6 clinical trials described above, 5% of patients treated with 2 mg of MOTEGRITY once daily discontinued due to adverse reactions, compared to 3% of patients in the placebo group. The most common adverse reactions leading to discontinuation were nausea (2% MOTEGRITY, 1% placebo), headache (1% MOTEGRITY, 1% placebo), diarrhea (1% MOTEGRITY, <1% placebo), or abdominal pain (1% MOTEGRITY, 1% placebo). Adverse Reactions of Special Interest Adverse reactions of special interest were evaluated in a pool of 28 completed clinical trials (19 double-blind and 9 open-label) for MOTEGRITY at doses including 0.5 mg, 1 mg, 2 mg, or 4 mg per day in adult patients with CIC (the recommended dosage of MOTEGRITY for CIC is 2 mg once daily). The total exposure in the double-blind trials was 565 patient-years in the MOTEGRITY group, 384 patient-years in the placebo group, and 2,769 patient-years in the double-blind and open-label clinical trials. Cardiovascular Safety Analysis In an evaluation by an independent adjudication committee of all potential major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE), defined as cardiovascular death, nonfatal myocardial infarction, and nonfatal stroke, the standardized incidence rate (IR) per 1,000 patient-years for MACE for MOTEGRITY was compared with the IR for placebo. In the double-blind trials, the IR for MACE was 3.5 (2 patients out of 3,366; 1 patient on 2 mg and 1 patient on 4 mg) in the MOTEGRITY group and 5.2 (2 patients out of 2,019) in the placebo group. When combining the double-blind and open-label trials, the IR for MACE was 3.3 (9 patients out of 4,472, doses ranging between 0.5 to 4 mg) for MOTEGRITY. Suicidal Ideation and Behavior In the double-blind trials, one patient reported a suicide attempt 7 days after the end of treatment with MOTEGRITY 2 mg once daily; none were reported in patients on placebo. In the open-label trials, two patients reported a suicide attempt and another patient reported suicidal ideation. Completed suicide was reported in two patients, previously treated with MOTEGRITY 2 mg or 4 mg; both discontinued MOTEGRITY for at least one month prior to the event. Observational Cardiovascular Cohort Study The overall cardiovascular safety of MOTEGRITY was assessed using European healthcare databases in a population-based, retrospective, observational, cohort study of adults with constipation. New users of MOTEGRITY (N=5,715) were matched to new users of polyethylene glycol 3350 (PEG) (N=29,372) to estimate the standardized incidence rate ratio (SIRR) for MACE, pooled across four data sources. The 95% confidence interval for the pooled estimate of the SIRR did not demonstrate an increased MACE risk and excluded a pre-specified safety margin of a three-fold risk of MACE during prucalopride use relative to PEG use. 6.2 Postmarketing Experience The following adverse reactions have been identified during post-approval use of MOTEGRITY (prucalopride). Because these reactions are reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequency or establish a causal relationship to drug exposure. Hypersensitivity reactions: Dyspnea, rash, pruritus, urticaria, and facial edema [see Contraindications (4)]. Psychiatric disorders: Suicide, suicide attempts, suicidal ideation, self-injurious ideation, depression, anxiety, insomnia, nightmares, and visual hallucinations [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)].

Use in specific populations

8.1Pregnancy Pregnancy Exposure Registry

There is a pregnancy exposure registry that monitors pregnancy outcomes in women exposed to MOTEGRITY during pregnancy. Healthcare providers are encouraged to register patients by contacting MotherToBaby Pregnancy Studies conducted by the Organization of Teratology Information Specialists (OTIS) at 1-877-311-8972 or visiting https://mothertobaby.org/pregnancy-studies/. Risk Summary Available data from case reports with prucalopride use in pregnant women are insufficient to identify any drug-associated risks of miscarriage, major birth defects, or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. In animal reproduction studies, no adverse developmental effects were observed with prucalopride administration during the period of organogenesis to pregnant rats and rabbits at doses up to approximately 390 times and 780 times, respectively, the recommended human dose of 2 mg/day (see Data). The estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. All pregnancies have a background risk of birth defect, loss, or other adverse outcomes. In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2 to 4% and 15 to 20%, respectively. Data Animal Data In oral embryofetal development studies in rats and rabbits, prucalopride was administered to pregnant animals at doses of 5, 20, and 80 mg/kg/day throughout the period of organogenesis. No adverse embryofetal developmental effects were observed in either rats or rabbits up to the highest oral dose of 80 mg/kg/day (about 390 times and 780 times the recommended human dose of 2 mg/day, respectively, based on body surface area). In an oral pre- and post-natal development study in rats, prucalopride was administered at doses of 5, 20, and 80 mg/kg/day. At the 80-mg/kg dose (about 390 times the recommended human dose of 2 mg/day, based on body surface area), a slight decrease in overall survival rate of pups after 7 days was observed, which could be due to maternal toxicity observed at this dose. 8.2 Lactation Risk Summary Prucalopride is present in breast milk (see Data). There are no data on the effects of prucalopride on the breastfed child or the effects on milk production. The developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with the mother's clinical need for MOTEGRITY and any potential adverse effects on the breastfed child from MOTEGRITY or from the underlying maternal condition. Data In an open-label study in 8 healthy lactating women in the weaning stage, plasma and milk samples were collected at predose (day 1 and 4), and then 2, 4, 8, 12, and 24 hours (day 4) after a 2-mg dose of prucalopride was administered once daily for 4 days. Prucalopride is excreted in breast milk with a milk to plasma AUC ratio of 2.65:1; the average amount passed to the infant was estimated to be 1.74 mcg/kg/day, which is about 6% of the maternal dose, adjusted for body weight. The prucalopride concentration detected in breast milk during weaning may not reflect the prucalopride concentration in breast milk during full milk production. 8.4 Pediatric Use The safety and effectiveness of MOTEGRITY have not been established in pediatric patients. MOTEGRITY was evaluated in a 12-week randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study, followed by a 36-week double-blind extension study in patients 6 months to 17 years with functional constipation. The interim analysis of the primary endpoint showed that the number of spontaneous bowel movements per week over 12 weeks was similar between the MOTEGRITY and placebo groups, indicating that the study was unlikely to demonstrate effectiveness. Therefore, the study was terminated early for futility. Adverse reactions reported in pediatric patients in this study were similar to those reported in adults. 8.5 Geriatric Use Of the 2,484 patients treated with MOTEGRITY 1 mg or 2 mg once daily in 6 controlled trials of at least 12-week duration in patients with CIC, 15% were 65 years of age and over, and 5% were 75 years of age and over [see Clinical Studies (14)]. No overall differences in safety and effectiveness were observed between elderly and younger patients. In an additional 4-week double-blind, placebo-controlled dose escalation study in 89 elderly nursing home residents with CIC (PRU-USA-26, NCT00627692), no unanticipated safety issues were identified. Elderly subjects had higher prucalopride exposure compared to younger subjects. However, the effect of age on the pharmacokinetics of prucalopride appeared to be related to decreased renal function [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. Adjust the dosage in elderly patients based on renal function [see Dosage and Administration (2), Use in Specific Populations (8.6)]. 8.6 Renal Impairment No dosage adjustment is required for patients with mild and moderate renal impairment (creatinine clearance at least 30 mL/min, as determined from a 24-hour urine collection in the clinical trial). MOTEGRITY is known to be substantially excreted by the kidney, and the risk of adverse reactions may be greater in patients with impaired renal function. A decreased dosage is recommended in patients with severe renal impairment (creatinine clearance less than 30 mL/min, as determined from a 24-hour urine collection in the clinical trial) [see Dosage and Administration (2)]. Avoid MOTEGRITY in patients with end-stage renal disease requiring dialysis [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].

Pregnancy

Pregnancy Exposure Registry There is a pregnancy exposure registry that monitors pregnancy outcomes in women exposed to MOTEGRITY during pregnancy. Healthcare providers are encouraged to register patients by contacting MotherToBaby Pregnancy Studies conducted by the Organization of Teratology Information Specialists (OTIS) at 1-877-311-8972 or visiting https://mothertobaby.org/pregnancy-studies/. Risk Summary Available data from case reports with prucalopride use in pregnant women are insufficient to identify any drug-associated risks of miscarriage, major birth defects, or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. In animal reproduction studies, no adverse developmental effects were observed with prucalopride administration during the period of organogenesis to pregnant rats and rabbits at doses up to approximately 390 times and 780 times, respectively, the recommended human dose of 2 mg/day (see Data). The estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. All pregnancies have a background risk of birth defect, loss, or other adverse outcomes. In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2 to 4% and 15 to 20%, respectively. Data Animal Data In oral embryofetal development studies in rats and rabbits, prucalopride was administered to pregnant animals at doses of 5, 20, and 80 mg/kg/day throughout the period of organogenesis. No adverse embryofetal developmental effects were observed in either rats or rabbits up to the highest oral dose of 80 mg/kg/day (about 390 times and 780 times the recommended human dose of 2 mg/day, respectively, based on body surface area). In an oral pre- and post-natal development study in rats, prucalopride was administered at doses of 5, 20, and 80 mg/kg/day. At the 80-mg/kg dose (about 390 times the recommended human dose of 2 mg/day, based on body surface area), a slight decrease in overall survival rate of pups after 7 days was observed, which could be due to maternal toxicity observed at this dose.

Use in children

The safety and effectiveness of MOTEGRITY have not been established in pediatric patients. MOTEGRITY was evaluated in a 12-week randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study, followed by a 36-week double-blind extension study in patients 6 months to 17 years with functional constipation. The interim analysis of the primary endpoint showed that the number of spontaneous bowel movements per week over 12 weeks was similar between the MOTEGRITY and placebo groups, indicating that the study was unlikely to demonstrate effectiveness. Therefore, the study was terminated early for futility. Adverse reactions reported in pediatric patients in this study were similar to those reported in adults.

Use in older adults

Of the 2,484 patients treated with MOTEGRITY 1 mg or 2 mg once daily in 6 controlled trials of at least 12-week duration in patients with CIC, 15% were 65 years of age and over, and 5% were 75 years of age and over [see Clinical Studies (14)]. No overall differences in safety and effectiveness were observed between elderly and younger patients. In an additional 4-week double-blind, placebo-controlled dose escalation study in 89 elderly nursing home residents with CIC (PRU-USA-26, NCT00627692), no unanticipated safety issues were identified. Elderly subjects had higher prucalopride exposure compared to younger subjects. However, the effect of age on the pharmacokinetics of prucalopride appeared to be related to decreased renal function [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. Adjust the dosage in elderly patients based on renal function [see Dosage and Administration (2), Use in Specific Populations (8.6)].

Overdose

An overdose may result in appearance of symptoms from an exaggeration of the known pharmacodynamic effects of prucalopride and includes headache, nausea, and diarrhea. Specific treatment is not available for MOTEGRITY overdose. Should an overdose occur, treat symptomatically and institute supportive measures, as required. Extensive fluid loss from diarrhea or vomiting may require correction of electrolyte disturbances.

Description

MOTEGRITY (prucalopride) tablets for oral use contain prucalopride succinate, a dihydrobenzofurancarboxamide that is a serotonin type 4 (5-HT 4) receptor agonist. The IUPAC name is: 4-amino-5-chloro-N-[1-(3-methoxypropyl)piperidin-4-yl]-2,3-dihydrobenzofuran-7-carboxamide succinate. The molecular formula is C 18 H 26 ClN 3 O 3 .C 4 H 6 O 4 and the molecular weight is 485.96. The structural formula is: Prucalopride succinate is a white to almost white powder. It is highly soluble in acidic aqueous media and alkaline aqueous media up to a pH of approximately 9. Each 1-mg film-coated tablet of MOTEGRITY contains 1 mg of prucalopride (equivalent to 1.32 mg prucalopride succinate), and the following inactive ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, and microcrystalline cellulose. The coating for the 1-mg tablet contains hypromellose, lactose monohydrate, polyethylene glycol 3000, titanium dioxide, and triacetin. Each 2-mg film-coated tablet of MOTEGRITY contains 2 mg of prucalopride (equivalent to 2.64 mg prucalopride succinate), and the following inactive ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, and microcrystalline cellulose. The coating for the 2-mg tablet contains hypromellose, lactose monohydrate, polyethylene glycol 3000, titanium dioxide, triacetin, red iron oxide, yellow iron oxide, and FD&C Blue #2. Chemical Structure

How it works

Prucalopride, a selective serotonin type 4 (5-HT 4) receptor agonist, is a gastrointestinal (GI) prokinetic agent that stimulates colonic peristalsis (high-amplitude propagating contractions [HAPCs]), which increases bowel motility. Prucalopride was devoid of effects mediated via 5-HT 2A, 5-HT 2B, 5-HT 3, motilin or CCK-A receptors in vitro at concentrations exceeding 5-HT 4 receptor affinity by 150-fold or greater. In isolated GI tissues from various animal species, prucalopride facilitated acetylcholine release to enhance the amplitude of contractions and stimulate peristalsis. In rats and dogs, prucalopride stimulated gastrointestinal motility with contractions starting from the proximal colon to the anal sphincter.

How supplied

MOTEGRITY tablets containing 1 mg prucalopride are white to off-white, round, biconvex film-coated tablets debossed with "PRU 1" on one side and no debossing on the other side. They are supplied as: NDC 54092-546-01: HDPE bottle of 30 tablets, with child-resistant closure. MOTEGRITY tablets containing 2 mg prucalopride are pink, round, biconvex film-coated tablets debossed with "PRU 2" on one side and no debossing on the other side. They are supplied as: NDC 54092-547-01: HDPE bottle of 30 tablets, with child-resistant closure. Store MOTEGRITY at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F); excursions permitted between 15°C to 30°C (between 59°F to 86°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Store MOTEGRITY in the original container to protect from moisture.

Storage and handling

Store MOTEGRITY at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F); excursions permitted between 15°C to 30°C (between 59°F to 86°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Store MOTEGRITY in the original container to protect from moisture.

Forms and strengths

From the FDA NDC Directory · 2 product codes

Dosage formStrengthRouteNDCs
Tablet, film coated1 mgoral1
Tablet, film coated2 mgoral1

What pharmacies pay

National Average Drug Acquisition Cost (NADAC), week of 10/21/2026

All prices

Pharmacies paid about $17.72 to $17.75 per tablet, capsule or unit across 2 package codes.

NADAC is a survey of what retail pharmacies pay to buy a drug. It is not the price you pay at the counter, which depends on your insurance and the pharmacy.

Side effect reports to FDA

FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS), 2,286 reports that list prucalopride, data through 07/30/2026

Anyone can report a problem to FDA, and a report does not mean the drug caused the problem. Reports can be duplicated or incomplete, and counts depend on how widely a drug is used. Do not stop or change a medicine because of this list. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

Most often reported reactions

  • Drug ineffective263
  • Headache245
  • Nausea195
  • Diarrhea179
  • No adverse event175
  • Off label use169
  • Constipation138
  • Fatigue137
  • Inability to afford medication135
  • Dizziness124

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Manufacturers and labels

1 FDA label

  • Takeda Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.Shown hereNDA210166 · Label 07/17/2025 · NDC 54092-546, 54092-547Full label

Related recalls

No FDA enforcement reports name Motegrity or its active ingredient.

Motegrity: common questions

What is Motegrity used for?
MOTEGRITY ® is indicated for the treatment of chronic idiopathic constipation (CIC) in adults.
What are the side effects of Motegrity?
Most common adverse reactions (≥2%) are headache, abdominal pain, nausea, diarrhea, abdominal distension, dizziness, vomiting, flatulence, and fatigue. (6.1) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Takeda Pharmaceuticals at 1-800-828-2088 or FDA at... See the full side effects section on this page, and ask your doctor or pharmacist about any side effect that bothers you.
Is Motegrity a prescription drug?
Yes. Motegrity is a prescription (Rx) drug.
Are there other products with the same active ingredient as Motegrity?
Yes. Other FDA-listed products with the same active ingredients include Prucalopride Succinate.

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration, openFDA drug label (SPL) and NDC Directory · Last updated 07/17/2025 · Label text is shown as published by the manufacturer. Not medical advice