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Reglan (metoclopramide) is a dopamine antagonist that is used as an antiemetic (anti-vomiting) agent. It is available in the generic form as metoclopramide. Reglan is used to treat nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, heartburn and early satiety (feeling of fullness). Common side effects are decreased energy, diarrhea, dizziness, drowsiness, headache, nausea, restlessness, malaise and trouble sleeping.

Reglan can be administered both orally and by IV or IM. IM doses range from 10-20 mg, while IV doses are usually only 10 mg. IV and IM doses are usually only given in hospitals or health care facilities. Oral doses can vary from 10 to 15 mg, and are taken four times per day to prevent vomiting and other symptoms. Reglan has potentially serious side effects, such as tardive dyskinesia (unusual muscle movements), muscle stiffness, depression, agitation and difficulty breathing. In general, patients usually do not exceed 12 weeks of medication to reduce the chance of developing tardive dyskinesia. Because it may make people sleepy, patients should not drive or use heavy machinery until they know what effect, if any, Reglan has on their system. Patients that develop serious side effects should notify their doctor immediately or go to an emergency department. Benadryl is often used to treat these side effects. Also, Reglan interacts with a number of common drugs including Tylenol, Haldol, Phenobarbital, lithium and many others. Pregnant females should consult with their OB-GYN physicians before taking this medicine. Caution should be exercised when Reglan is administered to a nursing mother.

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