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Reglan 5Mg Syrup

Manufacturer :  Adcock Ingram Healthcare Pvt Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Metoclopramide
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About Reglan 5Mg Syrup

Reglan 5Mg Syrup helps in treating nausea and vomiting caused by cancer chemotherapy. It blocks the action of a chemical substance that causes nausea and vomiting. Patients suffering from gastrointestinal disorders like gastrointestinal hemorrhage, mechanical obstruction, or gastrointestinal perforation should not use this medication. Reglan 5Mg Syrup falls under the category of drugs known as dopamine-receptor antagonists.

The associated side-effects that come with the use of Reglan 5Mg Syrupare headache, dizziness, sleeping problems, drowsiness and restlessness. Major side effects include depression, high fever, skin rash, hives, rapid and irregular heartbeat.

Avoid using Reglan 5Mg Syrup if you have any allergies, you have bleeding or blockage in your intestines or stomach, you have epilepsy, seizure, kidney, liver or Parkinson’s diseases, you have high blood pressure, breast cancer or a history of depression.

Ideally the dosage for you will be prescribed by the doctor taking into consideration your specifications. Reglan 5Mg Syrup is available in both tablet and solution form. Usually the dosage prescribed is four times a day which needs to be taken before each meal and at night before sleeping.

    What are the uses of Reglan 5Mg Syrup

    What are the contraindications of Reglan 5Mg Syrup ?

    What are the side effects of Reglan 5Mg Syrup ?

    Key highlights of Reglan 5Mg Syrup

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Pregnant women must consult doctor before using this medication.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Please consult your doctor before using this medication.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      Caution to be advised in patients with impaired renal function.

    What are the substitutes for Reglan 5Mg Syrup ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Reglan 5Mg Syrup , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      Missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is recommended to skip your missed dose, if it is the time for your next scheduled dose.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      Consult your doctor in case of overdose.

    How does this medication work?

    Reglan 5Mg Syrup is an antiemetic that works by inhibiting gastric smooth muscle relaxation caused by dopamine. This improves the response of the gastrointestinal smooth muscles to cholinergic stimulation, which leads to an increase of gastric emptying into the intestines. It antagonises the dopamine D2 receptors in the medulla which prevents nausea and vomiting.

      What are the interactions of Reglan 5Mg Syrup ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Medicine

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        This medication interacts with Phenytoin, Atropine, Chlorpromazine.
      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

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      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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      Reviewed ByDr. Garima SharmaMBBS, Master in Healthcare Administration, Diploma in Occupational HealthGeneral Physician
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