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Reglan |
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- Description - |
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Reglan increases the contractions of the stomach and small intestine, helpingthe passage of food. It is given to treat the symptoms of diabeticgastroparesis, a condition in which the stomach does not contract. These symptomsinclude vomiting, nausea, heartburn, feeling of indigestion,persistent fullness after meals, and appetite loss. Reglan is also used,for short periods, to treat heartburn in people with gastroesophageal reflux disorder (backflow ofstomach contents into theesophagus). In addition, it is given to prevent nausea and vomiting causedby cancer chemotherapy and surgery. |
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- Common Side Effects - |
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Drowsiness,fatigue,restlessness |
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Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
Alcoholic beverages
Antispasmodic drugs such as Bentyl and Pro-Banthine
Cimetidine (Tagamet)
Cyclosporine (Sandimmune)
Digoxin (Lanoxin)
Insulin
MAO inhibitor antidepressants such as Nardil and Parnate
Levodopa (Sinemet)
Narcotic painkillers such as Percocet and Demerol
Sleeping pills such as Dalmane, Halcion, and Restoril
Tetracycline (Sumycin, others)
Tranquilizers such as Valium and Xanax
If you take insulin for diabetes, your insulin dosage or dosing schedule mayhave to be adjusted while you are taking Reglan.
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- Manufacturer - |
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Baxter Healthcare Corporation |
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Hyland Division, 1627 Lake Cook Road, LCIV-2 |
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Deerfield, IL 60015 |
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USA |
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