Usually means: Enhances gastrointestinal motility and function.
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  2. Prokinetic: Wikipedia, the Free Encyclopedia

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  1. prokinetic: Merriam-Webster Medical Dictionary
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Definitions from Wiktionary (prokinetic)

adjective:  (pharmacology) Having the ability to induce motion in smooth muscles, especially those of the digestive system; gastrokinetic
adjective:  Relating to prokinesis
noun:  (pharmacology) One of the class of drugs used on the digestive system, including all drugs whose primary effect is to augment the speed of intestinal transit by increasing the frequency of contractions in the small intestine or making them stronger, but without disrupting their rhythm.

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