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Reglan 5 Mg Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Nausea and Vomiting. Secondary and off-label uses of Reglan 5 Mg Injection have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Reglan 5 Mg Injection. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Reglan 5 Mg Injection are Diarrhoea, Drowsiness, Insomnia. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Reglan 5 Mg Injection as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Reglan 5 Mg Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Reglan 5 Mg Injection is Mild for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Reglan 5 Mg Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Reglan 5 Mg Injection related warnings section.
Reglan 5 Mg Injection is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Gastrointestinal Bleeding as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Reglan 5 Mg Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Reglan 5 Mg Injection with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Reglan 5 Mg Injection is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Reglan 5 Mg Injection 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Reglan 5 Mg Injection is used -
Severe
Moderate
Common
Unknown
Is the use of Reglan 5 Mg Injection safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Reglan.
Is the use of Reglan 5 Mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Reglan. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Reglan 5 Mg Injection on the Kidneys?
Reglan has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Reglan 5 Mg Injection on the Liver?
Reglan may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Reglan 5 Mg Injection on the Heart?
Reglan has very mild side effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Reglan 5 Mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Reglan 5 Mg Injection habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Reglan 5 Mg Injection.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Reglan 5 Mg Injection can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Reglan 5 Mg Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Reglan 5 Mg Injection in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Reglan 5 Mg Injection
Taking Reglan 5 Mg Injection with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Reglan 5 Mg Injection
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Reglan 5 Mg Injection as it can have severe side effects.
No, Reglan should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
No, Reglan does not cause seizures. The available scientific data does not show a clear-cut association between the use of this drug and seizures.
No, Reglan 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.
Yes, Reglan 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.
Yes, Reglan 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.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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