Reglan 10mg Strip Of 20 Tablets
Reglan 10 MG Description
Reglan Tablet contains Metoclopramide as an active ingredient. It is used to control nausea, vomiting. It is also used to improve gastric emptying by restoring the normal coordination and tone of the
upper digestive tract in certain digestive tract disorders. It works by inhibiting a natural substance in the body, known as dopamine. Thus, it speeds up stomach emptying and movement of the intestine. Reglan Tablet should be used under medical prescription and for the duration it is prescribed. It works best when taken on an empty stomach. Some of the common side effects of Reglan Tablets are dizziness, stomach pain and diarrhoea. These side effects usually go away with time. However, if you feel your condition deteriorates, consult your doctor or visit the hospital.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹28.82 |
You Save | ₹0.89 (3% on MRP) |
Contains | Metoclopramide(10.0 Mg) |
Uses | Nausea and vomiting |
Side effects | Sleepiness, stomach pain, diarrhoea, feeling low, dizziness |
Therapy | ANTI-EMETIC |
Uses of Reglan 10 MG
- For the treatment of nausea, vomiting and for restoring normal coordination and tone of the digestive tract.
- To relieve the symptoms of heartburn, dyspepsia, nausea and vomiting associated with certain digestive system disorders.
Contraindications of Reglan 10 MG
- If you are allergic to Metoclopramide or any other ingredients of Reglan Tablet.
- If you have a bleeding, obstruction or tear in any part of your digestive tract.
- If you have a rare tumour, called pheochromocytoma (releases too much of epinephrine and norepinephrine).
- If you ever had a muscle spasm or muscle problem after taking any medicine.
- If you experience fits, seizure or have Parkinson's disease (a brain-related disorder that leads to poor coordination, shakiness and stiffness).
- If are taking a medicine containing Levodopa, used for the treatment of Parkinson's disease.
- If you are taking medicines such as Ropinirole, Pramipexole (used for the treatment of restless legs syndrome).
- If you ever had a condition of abnormal blood pigment levels or NADH cytochrome-b5 deficiency.
- Reglan Tablet is not meant to be used in children less than one year of age.
Side effects of Reglan 10 MG
- Sleepiness
- Stomach pain
- Diarrhoea
- Feeling low
- Dizziness
- Weakness
- Shaking
- Stiffness
- Restlessness
- Low blood pressure
- Slow heartbeats
- Hallucinations
Precautions and Warnings of Reglan 10 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have heart problems like abnormal heartbeats.
- You have problems with your kidney or liver.
- You have a salt imbalance in your body like potassium, sodium and magnesium.
- You have any brain-related problems.
- You are using other medicines known to affect the way your heartbeats.
- You ever had a condition of abnormal blood pigment levels. Your doctor may monitor your blood regularly.
- Reglan Tablets should not be given to baby less than one-year-old.
Mode of Action of Reglan 10 MG
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Reglan 10 MG
- Reglan Tablets should be taken as instructed by your doctor as a whole with a glass of water.
- For it to work optimally, it should be preferably taken on an empty stomach.
Interactions of Reglan 10 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way Reglan Tablet works or Reglan Tablet itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines if taken at the same time.
- Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
- Especially if you are on certain medications like digoxin used to treat heart disease, immunosuppressives like cyclosporine, muscle relaxants, anti-Parkinson's medicines like levodopa, antidepressants like alprazolam, diazepam etc....
- Concomitant use of medicines used to treat brain-related disorders like fluoxetine and paroxetine along with Reglan Tablet should be avoided.
Storage and disposal of Reglan 10 MG
- Store Reglan Tablet in a cool and dry place, protected from direct sunlight.
- Keep it away from the reach of children and pets.
Dosage of Reglan 10 MG
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Nikita Toshi
BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: When to take Reglan Tablet?
Q: Is Reglan Tablet useful for paediatric patients?
Q: What should I tell my healthcare practitioner before starting the Reglan Tablet?
Q: Is Reglan Tablet safe in pregnancy?
References
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- EMA. PIL. Metoclopramide 10mg tablets. [Accessed on 14.Dec.2020] (online)
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