REGLAN
Product
Reglan (metoclopramide)
Drug Class
Benzamide
Indication for Use
Treatment of GERD
Prevention of nausea, vomiting, and heartburn
Injuries
Tardive dyskinesia
Parkinsonism
Neuroleptic malignant syndrome
Depression
About
Reglan (metoclopramide) is used to treat gastric esophageal reflux disease (GERD) and prevent nausea, vomiting, and heartburn. There are many generic forms of Reglan that contain metoclopramide.
According to a medication guide published by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), serious side effects of Reglan may include tardive dyskinesia (TD), Parkinsonism, neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS), depression, and thoughts of suicide