Reglan is a medication that can be prescribed to treat GERD and diabetic gastroparesis. This eMedTV Web page explains how Reglan works for these conditions, offers dosing guidelines for the drug, and lists potential side effects that may occur.
Potential Reglan side effects include diarrhea, loss of bladder control, and nausea. As this eMedTV page explains, while most side effects are mild, some require medical attention. Notify your doctor if you experience a high fever, wheezing, or hives.
Reglan is used for the short-term treatment of diabetic gastroparesis and GERD. This article from the eMedTV site describes how the drug works for these conditions, lists off-label Reglan uses, and explores the risks of using the medicine in children.
For the treatment of GERD, the usual recommended Reglan dosage is 10 or 15 mg four times daily. This eMedTV resource also offers Reglan dosing guidelines for diabetic gastroparesis treatment and offers tips for using this medication.
Antipsychotics, digoxin, and cyclosporine are drugs that may cause negative Reglan interactions. This eMedTV article explains what may happen if these drugs are combined with Reglan and lists other medications that may cause an interaction.
You should not take Reglan if you have epilepsy or seizures. This eMedTV resource includes more information on who should not use Reglan. Warnings and precautions on what side effects may occur with the drug are also listed in this article.
A Reglan (metoclopramide) overdose may cause drowsiness or disorientation. This section of the eMedTV Web site describes other potential effects of a Reglan overdose and lists various treatment options that are available.
Animal and human studies suggest that Reglan (metoclopramide) is probably safe for use during pregnancy. This eMedTV segment offers more information on Reglan and pregnancy, and explains how the drug may be used off-label to treat morning sickness.
Reglan (metoclopramide) is known to pass through breast milk in humans. This eMedTV article includes more information on Reglan and breastfeeding, and explores some of the benefits and risks of using this drug while breastfeeding.
Reglan (metoclopramide) is currently available in both brand-name and generic form. This page from the eMedTV library lists the various strengths and forms of generic Reglan and offers general manufacturer information for these products.
