Metoclopramide belongs to benzamide group. It blocks the dopamine activity in the chemoreceptor trigger zone of the brain. It has antiemetic properties. It is used in treating GERD, gastroparesis, chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting, and migraines. Its use is contraindicated in patients with pheochromocytoma. Also, long-term use can worsen the mental state of people with psychosocial disorders. Sudden stopping can cause withdrawal symptoms. Adverse effects include focal dystonia or abnormal involuntary movements or posture of a body part, restlessness, headache, etc.
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I have chest pain due to year-long gastritis. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 29 year old, who is 1.83 m tall and weigh about 70 kg. My health problems started two years back, when I had a lot of stomach pains, though they went away quickly once I had a filling meal. After an endoscopy, the doctor observed a large axial hernia as well as moderately pronou... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You are having gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). You have undergone Nissen fundoplication, as such hiatus hernia and related diseases take a long time to recover and you need to maintain your lifestyle and food habits for a lifetime. I suggest you try doing the ... Read Full »
I am abroad on a trip and have cold sweats, headaches, and blood in the stool. Can you please help?
Query: Hi doctor,I am currently abroad on a trip. Suddenly, I got cold sweats, headaches, and phlegmy coughs. I then puked and got mostly better. I just saw blood in my stool, but I feel fine now. What to do? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your question and understood your concerns. Probably, you are suffering from gastroenteritis. That has caused the vomiting and the bloody stools. It is mostly due to a protozoal infection. So, I suggest you take Flagyl two tablets three times daily ... Read Full »
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