Reglan Tablet 20'S
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Metoclopramide 10 mg
Manufacturer
Eris Oaknet Healthcare Pvt Ltd
Variant
20 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
REGLAN TABLET contains Metoclopramide which belongs to the group of medicines called Anti-emetics. It is used to manage nausea and vomiting which may occur after chemotherapy or radiotherapy. It can also be used to manage nausea and vomiting which occurs because of migraine. Migraine is a headache which ca
Uses
severe throbbing pain or pulsing sensation particularly on one
How It Works
REGLAN TABLET acts and supresses certain centres called dopamine (brain chemical) centres by decreasing the sensitivity of the nerves that transmit signals from gastrointestinal tract to the vomiting centres in the brain. It also relaxes the muscles of stomach and enhances the motility of gut and manages nausea and vomiting.
Directions for Use
Take REGLAN TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow REGLAN TABLET with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will determine the exact dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects
blood pigment. REGLAN TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with epilepsy, parkinson’s disease, bleeding, obstruction or tear in the stomach or gut, tumour of adrenal gland and involuntary muscle spasms. REGLAN TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant women only if clearly advised by the doctor and it is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as it may pass through the breast milk. REGLAN TABLET is not recommended for use in children (below 1 year of age) and it should be used with caution in elderly patients. Consult your doctor before taking it. The most common side effects of taking REGLAN TABLET are drowsiness, restlessness, feeling weak uncontrollable body movements (such as muscle stiffness or rigidity) and diarrhoea. Consult your physician immediately if any of these side effects worsens. USES OF REGLAN TABLET Prevents nausea and vomiting due to chemotherapy or radiotherapy Manage nausea and vomiting (including migraine) HOW REGLAN TABLET WORKSREGLAN TABLET acts and supresses certain centres called dopamine (brain chemical) centres by decreasing the sensitivity of the nerves that transmit signals from gastrointestinal tract to the vomiting centres in the brain. It also relaxes the muscles of stomach and enhances the motility of gut and manages nausea and vomiting. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake REGLAN TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow REGLAN TABLET with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will determine the exact dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF REGLAN TABLETCOMMON drowsiness uncontrollable movements of body (such as shaking, tics, twisting movements or muscle stiffness or rigidity) rigidity and tremor (similar to Parkinson’s disease) restlessness diarrhoea feeling weak UNCOMMON elevated levels of hormone called prolactin (which cause milk secretion in men and women who are not breastfeeding) irregular periods hallucinations decreased consciousness allergy visual problems such as involuntary deviation of eyeball RARE confusion convulsions (fits) especially in patients with history of epilepsy (seizures) Stop taking REGLAN TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: uncontrollable movements of head and neck (occurs in children or young adults) signs of a brain disorder called neuroleptic malignant syndrome (such as high fever, high blood pressure, convulsions (fits) sweating and overproduction of saliva) signs of severe allergic reactions (such as itching, skin rashes, swelling of the face, lips and throat, breathing difficulties)
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYREGLAN TABLET should be used with caution during pregnancy only if clearly advised by your doctor. Consult your doctor before taking it. BREASTFEEDINGREGLAN TABLET is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as it may pass through the breast milk and affect your baby. Consult your doctor before taking it. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive or operate any machines if you feel dizzy, drowsy or have uncontrollable twitching, jerking or writhing movements and unusual muscle tone leading to distortion of the body or your vision gets affected after taking REGLAN TABLET. ALCOHOLAvoid consumption of alcohol while taking REGLAN TABLET because it may increase the sedative effects. KIDNEYREGLAN TABLET should be taken with caution in patients with moderate or severe kidney disease. Consult your doctor before taking it. LIVERREGLAN TABLET should be taken with caution in patients with severe liver problems. Consult your doctor before taking it. ALLERGYDo not take REGLAN TABLET if you are allergic to Metoclopramide. HEART DISEASEREGLAN TABLET should be taken with caution in patients having heart diseases such as abnormal heartbeats or any other heart problems. Consult your doctor before taking it. OTHERSREGLAN TABLET is not recommended for use if you: have bleeding, obstruction or a tear in your stomach or gut have or may have a rare tumour of adrenal gland called pheochromocytoma had involuntary muscle spasms have epilepsy (seizures or fits) have brain disorder called parkinson’s disease had gastrointestinal surgery in the last 3 to 4 days had abnormal levels of blood pigments (methemoglobinemia or NADH cytochrome b5 deficiency) Before taking REGLAN TABLET, inform your doctor if you: have problems with the salts in the blood such as potassium, sodium or magnesium have any brain problems have a history of immune problem called atopy (including asthma) have porphyria (rare inherited blood disorder) Use in paediatrics: REGLAN TABLET is not recommended for use in children (below 1 year of age) because of increased risk of uncontrollable movements. It should be used with caution in children and adolescents aged between (15-18 years of age). Consult your child’s doctor for advice. Use in geriatrics: REGLAN TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients and your doctor may adjust the dose depending upon kidney or liver problems and overall health condition. Consult your doctor before taking it.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug interactions: Before taking REGLAN TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines: medicines used to manage a brain disorder called parkinson’s disease (Ex. levodopa, carbidopa) anticholinergics (medicines used to manage stomach cramps and spasms) Ex. dicyclomine, hyoscyamine morphine derivatives (medicine used to manage severe pain) Ex. oxycodone, oxymorphone sedative medicines (used to manage sleeping disorders, anxiety or panic attacks) Ex. diazepam, lorazepam medicines used to manage mental problems (Ex. quetiapine, risperidone) digoxin (used to manage heart failure) ciclosporin (used to manage immune problems) mivacurium and suxamethonium (medicines used to relax the muscles) atovaquone (used to manage pneumonia) fluoxetine and paroxetine (used to manage depression) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of REGLAN TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose are uncontrollable movements, feeling drowsy, impaired consciousness, confusion, hallucinations and heart problems. SYNOPSIS Drug : Metoclopramide Pharmacological Category : Anti-emetics Therapeutic Indication : Nausea and Vomiting Dosage Forms : Tablet, Capsule, Syrup, Injection MORE INFORMATION Keep REGLAN TABLET out of reach of children Store REGLAN TABLET at room temperature
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DETAILSWritten By Dr. R. Dinesh John Rajkumar, Pharm.D
Medical Content Writer
Last Updated
30 Nov 2022