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.
