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Metoclopramide

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Prokinetic Maxolon® Adult

Metoclopramide - What is it for

​Metoclopramide is a medicine that is used to prevent and treat nausea or vomiting. It is usually given as an add-on to other medicines. It is sometimes used to treat conditions like bloatedness and indigestion.

Metoclopramide - Side Effects, Precautions, and Contraindications

What side effects can Metoclopramide cause?

  • Drowsiness
  • Mild diarrhea
  • Mild, transient decrease of blood pressure (manifesting in light-headedness) upon standing up

Inform your doctor if any of the following occurs:

  • Involuntary muscle twitching of the limbs or face and nervous tics
  • Abnormal movement of the eyes, head and neck
  • Tremors or restlessness
  • Movements become slow and difficult
  • Unusually slow heartbeat which makes you tired or uncomfortable

Before taking Metoclopramide, what precautions must I follow?

  • ​Inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are on any other medicines for neurological or heart problems.

What food or medicine must I avoid when I take Metoclopramide?

Metoclopramide - Dosage and How to Use

How should Metoclopramide be used?

​It is usually taken on a when-needed basis to a maximum of 30 mg (three 10 mg tablets) per day. Higher doses should be taken only upon recommendation by a doctor. 

It can be taken 30 minutes before meals to reduce bloatedness and aid digestion. Each dose should be at least 6 hours apart.

What should I do if I miss a dose?

What should I do if I overdose?

If you overdose on this medicine, inform your doctor immediately.

Metoclopramide - Handling and Storage

How should I handle Metoclopramide safely?

How should I store Metoclopramide?

Keep away from children;#Keep in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight;#Store at room temperature;#

How should I dispose of Metoclopramide safely?

Metoclopramide - Additional Information

Click here for more information on the use Metoclopramide as anti-emetics for post-chemotherapy.

Updated on Sunday, November 1, 2015

This article is contributed by Department of Pharmacy National Cancer Centre Singapore

    The information provided is not intended as medical advice. Terms of use. Information provided by SingHealth

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