Metoclopramide 10mg Tablets

Metoclopramide is a dopamine D₂-receptor antagonist used as an antiemetic (to prevent or treat nausea and vomiting) and prokinetic agent (to improve gastric emptying in conditions like gastroparesis). It enhances stomach and upper intestinal motility without increasing gastric secretions.

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Category: Prescription Only Medicine (PoM)

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Description:
Metoclopramide is a dopamine D₂-receptor antagonist used as an antiemetic (to prevent or treat nausea and vomiting) and prokinetic agent (to improve gastric emptying in conditions like gastroparesis). It enhances stomach and upper intestinal motility without increasing gastric secretions.

Prescription:
Prescription-only medicine (Rx) – requires a doctor’s prescription.

Therapeutic Category:
Antiemetic / Gastroprokinetic agent.

Active Ingredients/Composition:

Metoclopramide hydrochloride equivalent to 10 mg metoclopramide per tablet.

Vitamins:
None.

Minerals:
None.

Variant:

10 mg tablets
Also commonly available in oral solution or injectable forms in some markets.

Consume Type:
Oral tablet (taken by mouth).

Directions/Usage:

Typical adult dose: 10 mg up to three times daily, 30 minutes before meals if used for gastroparesis.
For nausea/vomiting, your doctor will advise specific timing.
Do not exceed maximum of 30 mg/day in adults, or duration of 5 days without medical supervision, due to risk of neurological side effects.
Swallow tablet whole with water.

Important: Always follow your doctor’s instructions for dosage and duration.

Common Side Effects:

Drowsiness, fatigue
Restlessness or agitation
Diarrhea
Dizziness
Rare but serious: extrapyramidal symptoms (involuntary muscle movements, facial spasms, tremors), especially in children and young adults
Elevated prolactin levels (can cause menstrual irregularities or breast changes)

Seek immediate medical attention if you develop muscle stiffness, fever, confusion, or uncontrollable movements.

Package Type:
Typically packed in blister strips of 10 tablets; multiple strips per box.

Storage Advice:

Store below 25°C (77°F).
Protect from light and moisture.
Keep out of reach of children.

Safety Advice:

Avoid use in children under 1 year (high risk of neurological side effects).
Should not be used for prolonged periods (>5 days) without reassessment.
Avoid alcohol; may increase sedation.
Use with caution in patients with epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, or history of depression.
Inform your doctor of other medications, especially antipsychotics or other dopamine antagonists, as these can increase side effect risk.

Product Substitutes:
Other metoclopramide 10 mg brands or generics include: