Used in the management of postoperative ileus, particularly following bowel resection surgery. It helps accelerate the recovery of gastrointestinal motility, reducing the duration of postoperative bowel dysfunction. This leads to shorter hospital stays and faster return to normal digestive function. The compound acts as a peripherally acting mu-opioid receptor antagonist, counteracting the gastrointestinal side effects of opioid pain medications without affecting their central analgesic effects. It is typically administered in a hospital setting under medical supervision.