What is (Reglan®) Metoclopramide?
Metoclopramide is a prescription drug that increases muscle contractions in the stomach and small intestine, helping the passage of food. Reglan® is prescribed to treat the symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). It is also prescribed for the treatment of diabetic gastroparesis, a condition in which the stomach does not contract. Metoclopramide is available in a variety of formulations (pills/tablets, syrups and injections) and has been marketed under the names Reglan®, Octamide®, Maxolon®, Degan®, Maxeran®, Primperan®, Reclomide® and Pylomid®. Reglan®, in its injectable form, has been approved by the FDA for the treatment of nausea and vomiting associated with cancer chemotherapy. The injectable solution has also been approved to prevent the nausea or vomiting that may occur after surgery.
