Reglan
Reglan increases the contractions of the stomach and
small intestine, helping the passage of food. It is given to treat the
symptoms of diabetic gastroparesis, a condition in which the stomach does
not contract. The symptoms of deabetic gastroparesis include vomiting, nausea, heartburn, feeling
of indigestion, persistent fullness after meals, and appetite loss.
Reglan
is also used, for off-label uses but should only be used for short periods, to treat heartburn in people with gastroesophageal
reflux disorder (backflow of stomach contents into the esophagus). In
addition, it is given to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer
chemotherapy and surgery.
Reglan may produce tardive dyskinesia, a syndrome of jerky or writhing
involuntary movements, particularly of the tongue, face, mouth, or jaw.
Reglan should only be prescribed for short periods of time because of the possibility of producing tardive dyskinesia. If you or a family member have been subscribed Reglan and experienced symptoms of tardive dyskinesia, please contact us and we will help you find attorneys experienced in cases involving Reglan side effects. |
