By What is metoclopramide hydrochloride?
Metoclopramide is indicated in adults for: – Prevention of delayed chemotherapy induced nausea and vomiting (CINV) – Prevention of radiotherapy induced nausea and vomiting (RINV). – Symptomatic treatment of nausea and vomiting, including acute migraine induced nausea and vomiting.
Is metoclopramide an anticholinergic?
The effects of metoclopramide on gastrointestinal motility are antagonized by anticholinergic drugs and narcotic analgesics. Additive sedative effects can occur when metoclopramide is given with alcohol, sedatives, hypnotics, narcotics, or tranquilizers.
What is another name for metoclopramide hydrochloride?
Metoclopramide
| Clinical data | |
|---|---|
| Trade names | Primperan, Reglan, others |
| AHFS/Drugs.com | Monograph |
| MedlinePlus | a684035 |
| License data | US DailyMed: Metoclopramide US FDA: Metoclopramide |
What type of drug is Maxalon?
Metoclopramide works by blocking a natural substance (dopamine). It speeds up stomach emptying and movement of the upper intestines. This drug is not recommended for use in children due to an increased risk of serious side effects (such as muscle spasms/uncontrolled muscle movements).
How quickly does metoclopramide hydrochloride work?
Metoclopramide works by blocking messages between the CTZ and the vomiting centre. This helps reduce feelings of sickness (nausea) and helps stops vomiting. Metoclopramide tablets and liquid usually start to work after 30 to 60 minutes. How long you take metoclopramide for depends on why you’re taking it.
What is metoclopramide for?
Metoclopramide is used to relieve heartburn and speed the healing of ulcers and sores in the esophagus (tube that connects the mouth to the stomach) in people who have gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD; condition in which backward flow of acid from the stomach causes heartburn and injury of the esophagus) that did …
What is metoclopramide 10mg tablets used for?
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Is metoclopramide a painkiller?
Paramax® is a combination medicine containing paracetamol and metoclopramide. Paracetamol belongs to a group of medicines known as analgesics (painkillers)….About paracetamol and metoclopramide.
| Type of medicine | An analgesic with an anti-emetic |
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| Used for | The treatment of migraine attacks |
| Also called | Paramax® |