Drug Uses Though it is primarily used to cure symptoms of diabetic gastroparesis, Reglan is also used to cure heartburn in people with gastro esophageal reflux disorder. Usage Reglan is taken about half an hour before a meal. But if you have heartburn that occurs at specific times of the day, then your doctor may schedule your Reglan therapy at those times. Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Missed Dose You should try and take your doses on time taking care not to miss any. But if you do miss a dose, then skip it and continue with your regular dose. But do not take a double dose. Storage Store it at room temperature. Overdose Disorientation, drowsiness, unusual movement of eyes, face and involuntary movements are some of the symptoms of an overdose. Seek medical attention immediately if you suspect an overdose. More Information The drug may cause light-headedness, dizziness, and faintness in some people. Do not consume alcohol along with the drug. Do not drive or handle heavy machinery until you know how to react to the drug. Use with caution if you suffer from Parkinsons disease, high blood pressure, cirrhosis or congestive heart failure.
Warnings/Precautions
Do not use Reglan if:
you are allergic to any ingredient in Reglan;
you have seizures (e.g., epilepsy); bleeding, blockage, or perforation in your stomach or intestines; or tumors on your adrenal gland (pheochromocytoma);
you are taking cabergoline or pergolide;
you are taking medicines, such as phenothiazines (e.g., chlorpromazine), that may cause extrapyramidal reactions (abnormal, involuntary muscle movements of the head, neck, or limbs).
Some medical conditions may interact with Reglan . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
if you have depression, asthma, heart failure, high blood pressure, diabetes, Parkinson disease, blood problems (eg, porphyria), kidney problems, or low levels of an enzyme called methemoglobin reductase
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Reglan . Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
Cisapride or droperidol because side effects, such as muscle rigidity, increased heart rate, and altered mental abilities, may occur
Anticholinergic medicine (eg, hyoscyamine), certain antihistamines (eg, diphenhydramine), or narcotic pain medicines (eg, codeine) because they may decrease Reglan s effectiveness
Acetaminophen, alcohol, levodopa, phenothiazines (eg, chlorpromazine), sedatives (eg, zolpidem), selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) (eg, fluoxetine), succinylcholine, or tetracycline because the risk of their side effects may be increased by Reglan
Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (eg, phenelzine) because the risk of serious side effects (eg, high blood pressure, seizures) may be increased
Cabergoline, digoxin, or pergolide because their effectiveness may be decreased by Reglan
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