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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.