Metoclopramide Tablet is a prescription medicine. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Nausea and Vomiting. Secondary and off-label uses of Metoclopramide Tablet have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Metoclopramide Tablet. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Metoclopramide Tablet are Diarrhoea, Drowsiness, Insomnia. Some other side effects of Metoclopramide Tablet have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Metoclopramide Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Metoclopramide Tablet has a Mild effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Metoclopramide Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Metoclopramide Tablet related warnings section.
Metoclopramide Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Gastrointestinal Bleeding as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Metoclopramide Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Metoclopramide Tablet with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Metoclopramide Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Metoclopramide Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Metoclopramide Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Common
Unknown
Is the use of Metoclopramide Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Metoclopramide has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Metoclopramide Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Metoclopramide. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Metoclopramide Tablet on the Kidneys?
Metoclopramide rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Metoclopramide Tablet on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Metoclopramide on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Metoclopramide Tablet on the Heart?
Metoclopramide has very mild side effects on the heart.
Metoclopramide Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Metoclopramide Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Metoclopramide Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Metoclopramide Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Metoclopramide Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Metoclopramide Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Metoclopramide Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Metoclopramide Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Metoclopramide Tablet
Taking Metoclopramide Tablet with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Metoclopramide Tablet
Taking alcohol with Metoclopramide Tablet can be dangerous.
Yes, Metoclopramide can cause blood pressure fluctuations (such as hypertension or hypotension). However, it is a rare side effect of this drug which occurs in a few cases only. If you are already suffering from any heart disease then inform your doctor about it so that he may take precautions in advance.
No, Metoclopramide does not cause any weight fluctuations such as weight gain or weight loss. However, if you notice any unusual sudden weight fluctuations after taking this drug then it might be due to some other medical condition. You are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
No, Metoclopramide does not cause seizures. The available scientific data does not show a clear-cut association between the use of this drug and seizures.
The dose of Metoclopramide may vary from case to case basis depending on the medical condition of the patient. You are advised to take it as per your doctor's instructions. The oral form of Metoclopramide has to be taken before a meal for better outcomes. Precautions must be taken in patients with heart diseases, and improper liver or kidney function.
Metoclopramide contains metoclopramide which is an antiemetic agent that prevents from nausea and vomiting by inhibiting certain chemical messengers (neurotransmitters such as dopamine and serotonin) in the brain. In diabetic gastroparesis, Metoclopramide works by increasing gastrointestinal motility and fasting the gastric emptying process. In gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), Metoclopramide works by increasing lower esophageal sphincter (LES) tone which prevents the gastric contents to reach food pipe that causes symptoms associated with GERD.
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