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Reglan for Infants

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First approved by the FDA in 1985, Reglan is an oral medication prescribed to treat GERD, diabetic gastroparesis and lactation problems. Although Reglan is primarily indicated for adults, in some cases, this medication may be prescribed to infants experiencing acid reflux and/or recurring vomiting.

Reglan is generically known as metoclopramide and is produced by Schwarz Pharma.

Reglan for Infants: Side Effects

Despite its various effective applications, Reglan is known to cause a range of mild to severe side effects. Mild side effects may include:

• diarrhea
• dizziness
• drowsiness
• fatigue
• headache
• increased frequency or urination
• insomnia (or other sleeping problems)
• nausea
• restlessness.

Most of these minor Reglan side effects will clear up on their own, once a course of Reglan has been completed.

Tragically, in rare circumstances, infants can develop serious complications after taking Reglan. Severe Reglan side effects may include:

• hallucinations
• jaundice
• neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS), a life-threatening neurological condition marked by delirium, fever and muscle rigidity
• seizures
• severe allergic reaction
• tachycardia, an arrhythmia marked by increased heart rate
• tardive dyskinesia, involuntary, repetitive writhing movements affecting the face, trunk and/or limbs.

These Reglan side effects are most likely to occur if:

• Reglan is taken for longer than 12 weeks.
• High doses of Reglan are taken (intentionally or accidentally).

Other Brand Names of Reglan

Reglan is just one of the brand names of the generic drug known as metoclopramide. Other brand names of this medication are:

• Degan, by Lek
• Maxeran, by Sanofi Aventis
• Maxolon, by Shire/Valeant
• Primperan, by Sanofi Aventis
• Pylomid, by Bosnalijek.

Following Reglan Side Effects

It's vital that parents of infants on Reglan:

• Seek emergency medical care for their child to prevent further health problems.
• Follow through with all prescribed treatments to help their infant recover as quickly and thoroughly as possible.
• Work with doctors to find a suitable alternative to Reglan.
• Meet with an experienced Reglan attorney, once their infant's health is stable, to learn more about their legal rights.

During a free initial consultation, parents of injured Reglan infants (or families of deceased Reglan patients) can get an expert evaluation of their claim and find out if they are entitled to a settlement for their:

• past hospital bills
• ongoing treatment costs
• lost wages
• permanent disabilities
• future costs of living (should permanent disabilities prevent patients from earning a living)
• pain and suffering.

If You Have Been Injured by Reglan

Have you or a loved one been injured after using Reglan? If so, contact us to speak with an experienced Reglan Attorney who specializes in drug recall litigation & lawsuits. Let us help you win the compensation you need and deserve.