Q. What are the dangers associated with Reglan?
A. Reglan and other metoclopramide drugs can cause tardive dyskinesia in long-term users. This neurological condition causes involuntarily movements of the face and extremities. Other side effects of Reglan include neuroleptic malignant syndrome, depression, heart problems and seizures.
Q. What can I do if I have been experiencing side effects of Reglan or the generic equivalent metoclopramide?
A. You can speak with a Reglan lawyer to discuss your options. You may be able to file a Reglan lawsuit and collect damages for your injuries. To speak with a Reglan attorney today, fill out our free case evaluation form.
Q. What are the grounds for Reglan litigation?
A. Reglan is prescribed to those suffering from reflux-related conditions. However, Reglan and other products containing metoclopramide are only safe under certain circumstances. First, Reglan should only be used after other therapies have failed. In addition, Reglan should only be used for a short period of time, usually no more than three months. Unfortunately, Reglan drug companies did not make these circumstances well-known to physician and patients, which caused many patients to take Reglan for a long, unsafe period of time. Long-term Reglan use can cause tardive dyskinesia, a neurological disorder that causes involuntary movements.
Q. What do Reglan and other metoclopramide products treat?
A. Reglan and metoclopramide products are prescribed to treat reflux-related problems including acid reflux, diabetic gastric stasis, diabetic gastroparesis, nausea and vomiting.
Q. What products contain metoclopramide?
A. Metoclopramide is sold under the brand name, Reglan. Generic forms of Reglan may be called metoclopramide or metoclopramide hydrochloride. Manufacturers of metoclopramide include Wyeth, Baxter, Teva Pharmaceutical, Actavis, ANI Pharmaceuticals, URL Pharma, Schwarz Pharma, Morton Grove Pharmaceuticals and Hospira/Mayne Pharmaceuticals. Metoclopramide products can be found in the form of tablets, oral solution or an injection.
Q. What treatments are available for Tardive Dyskinesia?
A. Unfortunately, there are no treatments available for tardive dyskinesia. However, new methods are being studied, so speak with your doctor.
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