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Serious Side Effects of Metoclopramide
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A rapid or irregular heartbeat;
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Anxiety, agitation, jitteriness, difficulty breathing or insomnia;
- An allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives);
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Changes in your vision;
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Yellowing of the skin or eyes;
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Seizures or hallucinations;
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Uncontrollable movements or spasms of your arms, legs, lips, jaw, tongue, face, or other body part;
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Depression
* If you experience any of the following serious side effects of Metoclopramide, seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor immediately: Always call your doctor if you have any questions about a medication or you are having ANY reaction or side effects from any drug or medicine that you are taking.
Long Term Use of Metoclopramide
Chronic or long term use of Reglan or Metoclopramide or more than 12 weeks has been reported to increase the risks of Tardive Dyskinesia. (See: FDA Metoclopramide Tardive Dyskinesia Warning)
Commons TD symptoms include:
If you are experiencing any of the above potential symptoms of tardive dyskinesia then talk to your doctor or a neurologist and get a medical opinion as soon as possible. Do not stop or reduce your medications until you have conferred with your treating doctor.
Metoclopramide - Tardive Dyskinesia
Tardive dyskinesia is a neurological syndrome caused by the long-term use of neuroleptic drugs. Tardive dyskinesia symptoms are characterized by repetitive, involuntary, purposeless movements. Features of the disorder may include grimacing, tongue protrusion, lip smacking, lip puckering and pursing, and rapid eye blinking. Rapid movements of the arms, legs, and trunk may also occur. Involuntary movements of the fingers may appear as though the patient is playing an invisible guitar or piano.
Treatment for Tardive Dyskinesia
There is no standard treatment for tardive dyskinesia. Treatment is highly individualized. The first step is generally to stop or minimize the use of the neuroleptic drug. However, for patients with a severe underlying condition this may not be a feasible option. Replacing the neuroleptic drug with substitute drugs may help some patients. Other drugs such as benzodiazepines, adrenergic antagonists, and dopamine agonists may also be beneficial. Remember: Do not stop or reduce your medications until you have conferred with your treating Doctor.
Metoclopramide Lawsuits for Victims of Tardive Dyskinesia
Metoclopramide side effects lawsuits are being filed across the United States due to the Metoclopramide / Reglan being linked to causing Tardive Dyskinesia for those Metoclopramide patients taking Metoclopramide for more than 12 consecutive weeks, 90 days or 3 months. If you took Metoclopramide and are having undiagnosed neurological problems or you have been diagnosed with Tardive Dyskineia (TD), then call us at 1-888-FDA-PILL or 1-888-332-7455 or contact us through e-mail at online Metoclopramide Tardive Dyskinesia Lawsuit Form below.
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