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Norper Information

Norper is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Suspension. Secondary and off-label uses of Norper have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Norper depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Norper include Diarrhoea, Drowsiness, Insomnia. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Norper as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Norper go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Norper's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Norper has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Norper related warnings section.

Norper can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Norper in conditions like Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Kidney Disease. Other contraindications of Norper have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Norper may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that Norper is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Norper Benefits & Uses
Norper Dosage & How to Take
Norper Side Effects
Norper Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Norper with Other Drugs
Norper Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Norper
Norper Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Norper Benefits & Uses

Norper is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

GERD
Acidity (Read More - Home remedies for acidity)

Norper Dosage & How to Take

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.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 10 mg metoclopramide and 480 mg magaldrate
Geriatric	Disease: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 10 mg metoclopramide and 480 mg magaldrate

Norper Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Norper is used -

Severe

Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Agitation
Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)

Moderate

Parkinsonism
Akathisia
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Altered taste

Common

Diarrhoea
Drowsiness
Insomnia
Restlessness
Fatigue

Unknown

Edema

Norper Related Warnings

Is the use of Norper safe for pregnant women?

It is not known what effect Norper will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Norper safe during breastfeeding?

Norper is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Norper on the Kidneys?

Norper may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Norper on the Liver?

Norper is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Norper on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Norper for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Norper with Other Drugs

Norper should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Mild

Paracetamol,Codeine

Aspirin

Caffeine

Norper Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Norper unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Parkinson's Disease
Tardive Dyskinesia
Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Kidney Disease
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Norper

Is this Norper habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Norper has not been reported.

Norper Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Norper

Taking Norper with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Norper

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Norper and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Frequently asked Questions about Norper

Question about 6 years ago

What is Norper?

Dr. Chirag Bhingradiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Norper is a brand name of metoclopramide and it comes in the form of injection, tablet, and syrup. It belongs to the class of drug known as an antiemetic agent. It is a prescription drug that is used to prevent nausea and vomiting. It is also used in the management of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and diabetic gastroparesis (Diabetic Gastric Stasis).

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Norper safe to use?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Norper is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed such as fatigue, restlessness, and dizziness. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Norper for hiccups?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Norper can be used for hiccups. It has been found to be very successful in providing relief from intractable hiccups in many clinical studies. Since Norper is a prescription drug, you are advised to not take it by yourself without doctor's advice.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Norper with omeprazole?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Norper can be taken with omeprazole. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with omeprazole then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Norper cause dry mouth?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

No, Norper does not cause dry mouth. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. However, if you are experiencing dry mouth after taking this drug then it might be caused by other reason. You are advised to discuss it with your doctor if it persists or becomes severe.