Reglan: 8 Things you Should Know
May 29th, 2009. By admin
1. Approved for 12-week use. Reglan is only approved to be taken for up to 12 weeks, though it’s often prescribed for longer time periods.
2. Generic name is Metoclopramide. Check your prescription label as you may in fact be taking a generic version of Reglan, but not be aware that you are.
3. Prescribed for more than Acid Reflux (GERD). Reglan is a gastrointestinal stimulant, but it’s also an anti-nauseant. It’s prescribed for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, Diabetic Gastroparesis (Diabetic Gastric Stasis), and Renal or Hepatic Impairment.
4. Linked to Tardive Dyskinesia. Reglan has been linked to Tardive Dyskinesia, which involves abnormal and involuntary repetitive movement. Tardive dyskinesia is often permanent, and there is no known effective treatment.
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May 29th, 2009 at 7:44 pm
Good article, Thanks. my name Philip.
May 31st, 2009 at 10:30 am
Hi Philip,
Thanks for your comment. Tracking the Reglan story can be complicated, especially as the trademark has changed owners several times and many GERD patients are taking generic versions–so they may not even be aware that the published Reglan side effects might affect them as well. Have you personally been affected by either Reglan or the decision to use it? We’d love to hear your thoughts.