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Metoclopramide - oral

(met-o-klo-pruh-mide)

common brand names: Reglan

Simular Drugs : Metoclopramide HCL, Metoclopramide HCL, Metoclopramide Hcl Intensol

Metoclopramide HCL Usage: Metoclopramide is used to relieve certain stomach-and- esophagus problems such as diabetic gastroparesis & gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD).

Metoclopramide HCL can be used also for: this medication may also be used to prevent nausea & vomiting caused by other medications. it may be used for other purposes as determined by your doctor.

How to use Metoclopramide HCL: Take it medication by mouth as directed by your pharmacist. Metoclopramide works best when taken 30 minutes before meal. you're dosage depends on youre condition & response to the tablet. do not take this more often or in larger doses than prescribed by your doctor.

Metoclopramide HCL side effects: Nausea, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth, restlessness or sleeplessness may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, inform youre pharmacist. Notify you're physician if you experience: involuntary movements of eyes/face/limbs, muscle spasms, trembling of the hands. Also, notify you're doctor if you experience next: any personality changes such as depression. in unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek immeditial medical attention. Symptoms about an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or healthcare professional.

Metoclopramide HCL Precautions: Tell your pharmacist your medical history, especially: adrenal tumors, seizure disorders, Parkinson's disease, HBP, heart disease, liver disease, kidney disease, mental problems or depression, intestinal/stomach blockage or bleeding, diabetes, asthma, any allergies. Use caution engaging at activities requiring alertness such as driving or using machinery. Alcoholic beverages can add to drowsiness effect caused by this med. Avoid alcohol while taking this medication. Tell youre pharmacist if you are pregnant before using this med. Metoclopramide is excreted in to breast milk. Though there have been no reports (to date) of harm to nursing infants, consult your physician before breast-feeding.

Metoclopramide HCL drug interactions: Tell your physician of all medicines you may use (both prescription & nonprescription), especially: cimetidine, insulin, cabergoline, cyclosporine, digoxin, levodopa, MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, linezolid, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, selegiline), medications that may add to the drowsiness effect of metoclopramide (narcotic pain medications, drugs, tranquilizers, sleep medicines, antidepressants, drowsiness-causing antihistamines such as diphenhydramine), alcoholic beverages. Before having surgery with general anesthetic, including dental surgery, tell doctor or dentist in charge you are taking metoclopramide. do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

Metoclopramide HCL Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include drowsiness; confusion; agitation; muscle restlessness; & unusual movement of eyes, face, or limbs.

Metoclopramide HCL special notes: don't share this tablet with others.

If you missed Metoclopramide HCL dose: If you miss dose, take this as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose & resume your usual dosing schedule. do not 'double-up' dose to catch up.

Metoclopramide HCL Storage: Store at room temperature between 68 & 78 degrees F (between 20 & 25 degrees C) away from moisture & sunlight. do not store at the bathroom. do not freeze liquid forms.

Active Ingredients : Metoclopramide