Metoclopramide 10mg Tab 10's

ACTIVE INGREDIENT(S)

Metoclopramide

DO I NEED A PRESCRIPTION?

This medicine requires a doctor's prescription. It falls under 'Prescription Only Medicine (POM)'.

BENEFITS AND USES:

Metoclopramide helps prevent nausea and vomiting. This medicine is also used to relieve reflux disease (also known as "heartburn", a burning pain in your chest caused by food or acid from your stomach that backs up into your mouth). It may also be used to treat the symptoms of slow stomach emptying (gastric stasis) in individuals who have diabetes. Metoclopramide may be used to treat other conditions as decided by your doctor.

DIRECTIONS:

Take this medicine exactly as directed by your doctor or according to the instructions on the label. Do not take more or less than instructed by your doctor or pharmacist. Take it on an empty stomach, at least 30 minutes before meals. Try to take it at the same time each day.

WHAT ARE THE POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS OF THIS MEDICINE?

This medicine may cause the following side effects: - drowsiness - dizziness - involuntary muscle contractions. If affected, do not drive or take part in any activity in which you need to be alert. Other side effects may include any of the following: - diarrhoea - nausea - tiredness - generalised weakness or lack of energy - rash - itching, - problems with your vision or eyesight Some side effects may need immediate medical help. Alert your doctor quickly if you experience any of the following: - involuntary and uncontrollable movements involving the limbs, face, tongue, mouth or jaw - unusual bleeding or bruising - unusual changes in mood or behaviour (being too depressed, having thoughts of self-harm, feeling anxious) - fits or seizures, loss of consciousness, bluish discolouration of the skin Inform your doctor if any of these side effects do not go away or are severe, or if you experience other side effects.