Reglan (Metoclopramide) - 10mg Generic
Tablets
Chemical Name: METOCLOPRAMIDE (met-oh-KLOE-pra-mide)
This medicine is a gastrointestinal stimulant used to treat gastroesophageal
reflux and erosions/ulcers of the esophagus. It is also used to treat nausea,
vomiting, heartburn, prolonged fullness after meals, and loss of appetite in
patients with diabetes (diabetic gastroparesis). It may also be used to treat
other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Some medicines or medical conditions may interact with this medicine. INFORM
YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that
you are taking. DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE if you are also taking cabergoline or
pergolide. ADDITIONAL MONITORING OF YOUR DOSE OR CONDITION may be needed if you
are taking serotonin reuptake blockers such as sertraline or venlafaxine;
monoamine oxidase inhibitors (such as furazolidone, linezolid, moclobemide,
phenelzine, procarbazine, selegiline, isocarboxazid, tranylcypromine); narcotic
pain medicine; anticholinergic medicines that slow down gastrointestinal
movement; certain medicines for mental disorders (such as phenothiazines or
haloperidol); or insulin. DO NOT START OR STOP any medicine without doctor or
pharmacist approval. Inform your doctor of any other medical conditions
including asthma, Parkinson's disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, congestive
heart failure, depression, allergies, pregnancy, or if you are breast-feeding.
USE OF THIS MEDICINE IS NOT RECOMMENDED if you have a history of
gastrointestinal bleeding, blockage, or tear; seizures; or pheochromocytoma.
Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns about
using this medicine.
Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor. TAKE THIS
MEDICINE 30 MINUTES before meals unless directed otherwise by your doctor. STORE
THIS MEDICINE at room temperature in a tightly-closed container, away from heat
and light. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, take it as soon as possible. If
it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your
regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE if you have had an allergic reaction to it or are
allergic to any ingredient in this product. IT MAY TAKE SEVERAL DAYS TO WEEKS
for this medicine to work. Do not stop using this medicine without checking with
your doctor. KEEP ALL DOCTOR AND LABORATORY APPOINTMENTS while you are using the
medicine. THIS MEDICINE MAY CAUSE drowsiness or dizziness. DO NOT DRIVE, OPERATE
MACHINERY, OR DO ANYTHING ELSE THAT COULD BE DANGEROUS until you know how you
react to this medicine. THIS MEDICINE WILL ADD TO THE EFFECTS of depressants or
alcohol. Ask your pharmacist if you have questions about which medicines are
depressants. BEFORE YOU BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE, either prescription or
over-the-counter, check with your doctor or pharmacist. FOR WOMEN: IF YOU PLAN
ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using
this medicine during pregnancy. THIS MEDICINE IS EXCRETED IN BREAST MILK. IF YOU
ARE OR WILL BE BREAST-FEEDING while you are using this medicine, check with your
doctor or pharmacist to discuss the risks to your baby.
SIDE EFFECTS, that may occur while taking this medicine include drowsiness,
weariness, dizziness, restlessness, jitteriness, anxiety, agitation, confusion,
headache, trouble sleeping, or diarrhea. If they continue or are bothersome,
check with your doctor. CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY if you experience
unusual or uncontrollable movements of arms, legs, face, eyes, tongue, mouth,
neck, or jaw; unusual or unexplained vision changes; muscle stiffness; fever;
sweating; mood changes including depression; or thoughts of hurting yourself. AN
ALLERGIC REACTION to this medicine is unlikely, but seek immediate medical
attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include rash, itching,
swelling, severe dizziness, or trouble breathing. If you notice other effects
not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
Drug interactions can result in unwanted side effects or prevent a medicine from
doing its job. Use our drug interaction checker to find out if your medicines
interact with each other.
IF OVERDOSE IS SUSPECTED, contact your local poison control center or emergency
room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include drowsiness; confusion;
agitation; muscle restlessness; and unusual movement of eyes, face, or limbs.
If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.
DO NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others for whom it was not prescribed. DO NOT
USE THIS MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP THIS MEDICINE out of the
reach of children. IF USING THIS MEDICINE FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, obtain
refills before your supply runs out.
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