Reglan Injury Claims

Reglan and Tardive Dyskinesia

Monday, May 3rd, 2010

Reglan use in certain cases has been to result serious side effects including Tardive Dykinesia.

What is Tardive Dyskinesia?

Tardive Dyskinesia is a slow-onset (“tardive”) movement disorder (“dyskinesia”) characterized by repetitive, purposeless, involuntary actions, especially of the face, mouth, and eyes. Grimacing, eye rolling, lip pursing and puckering are all common. The limbs and extremities may be affected as well. Tardive dyskinesia is known to be difficult to treat. It is best known as a side effect of various long-term or high dosage use of some medications, especially older antipsychotics. The relationship between these medications and the onset of Tardive Dyskinesia is not entirely understood; it is known that ceasing a medication after the onset of symptoms does not necessarily decrease symptoms. Read More→

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Reglan Side Effects

By Reglan Lawyer

Friday, April 30th, 2010

Reglan — the brand name for the gastrointestinal medication metoclopramide—has been found to carry a risk of side effects, some of which may be serious. Reglan side effects may stem from use of the the drug, or may result from withdrawal, when the patient is taken off of Reglan after extended use. Review the following list of potential side effects and indicators.

Tardive Dyskinesia. This movement disorder is characterized by purposeless, repetitive actions of the face, mouth, and eyes. Patients should watch out for any involuntary movements, spasms, or “tics.”
Other movement problems: Parkinson’s-type difficulty initiating movement, and/or seizures or convulsions. Epilepsy patients may have an increased susceptibility.
Restlessness, anxiety, agitation, insomnia and other sleep difficulties. The most extreme cases have resulted in suicidal feelings.
Mouth dryness and gastrointestinal disorders (ironic since Reglan is indicated for the treatment of gastrointestinal problems) such as constipation and diarrhea have been observed, as well as incontinence (loss of bladder control). Reglan can act as a diuretic, increasing urine production.
More rare, but not unheard of, side effects include fever, sore throat, chills and symptoms similar to those associated with liver disease: nausea, vomiting, darkly colored urine and/or jaundice.
Vision changes and dizziness.
Sexual problems have been observed in both male and female patients. Women have been known to experience excessive breast tenderness and menstrual changes. Men have experienced the development of male “breasts” (gynecomastia) and impotence.
Life-threatening heart conditions have been observed in very rare cases associated with extended Reglan use. These conditions include tachycardia—abnormally fast heart rate, arrhythmia, and uneven heart rate.
Reglan has been known to exacerbate existing hypertension (high blood pressure) or cause hypotension (low blood pressure).
Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome is a rare and potentially life threatening condition that may be cause by Reglan. Patients experiencing fever, muscular stiffness, delirium, movement disorders, or muscular stiffness should contact a physician immediately.

If you have experienced any of the serious Reglan Side Effects above, contact us by filling out the contact form to the right.

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What is a Black Box Warning?

By Reglan Lawyer

Thursday, April 29th, 2010

“Black box” warnings appear on the package insert of prescription drugs that carry a risk of serious side effects. The black box warning is the strongest warning required by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and is reserved for those drugs for whom studies have indicated a significant risk of severe or even life-threatening side effects. “Black box” refers to the black border surrounding the warning’s text.

The FDA does not mandate black box warnings lightly. Significant research and evidence of risk is required. Some drugs found to carry significant risk of adverse effects may simply be removed from the market entirely. For the FDA to instead choose to keep a risky drug on the market and mandate a black box warning, there must be significant potential benefits in using the drug as well. Read More→

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Has Long Term Use of Reglan Affected You?

By Reglan Lawyer

Monday, April 12th, 2010

Reglan is prescribed for the treatment of gastrointestinal disorders (including GERD, heartburn, and acid reflux) and nausea resulting from any number of causes: pregnancy/morning sickness, breastfeeding, migraines, etc. Reglan is approved for short-term use. However, approximately 30% of patients are prescribed Reglan for 12 months or longer. This extended use of Reglan can result in Reglan injuries and Reglan injury claims with development of the movement disorder tardive dyskinesia.

Reglan is the brand name for the drug metoclopramide. While many drugs have side effects, most of which are temporary, the development of Reglan side effects and Reglan injuries in the form of tardive dyskinesia seems to be permanent. Tardive dyskinesia is characterized by involuntary, meaningless movements, usually of the face and mouth. Read More→

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