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Metotid 5mg Syrup Substitute
Verified Ingredients and Effects
Composition:
METOCLOPRAMIDE-5MG
Uses:
Nausea, vomiting, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and diabetic gastroparesis (delayed gastric emptying in people with diabetes).
Medicinal Benefits:
Metotid 5mg Syrup belongs to a group of medicines called anti-emetics and prokinetic agents used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and which might occur after migraine. Additionally, Metotid 5mg Syrup is also used to treat gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD), diabetic gastroparesis (delayed gastric emptying in people with diabetes), heartburn, ulcers and sores in the oesophagus. Metotid 5mg Syrup contains ‘metoclopramide’ that works by increasing the motility of the upper gastrointestinal tract; this allows faster transit of food and reduces the symptoms of GERD and gastric emptying. It also affects the dopamine receptor in the brain and gut, thereby helps in preventing nausea and vomiting.
FAQs
Metotid 5mg Syrup works by increasing the motility of the upper gastrointestinal tract; this allows faster transit of food and reduces the symptoms of GERD and gastric emptying. It also works on the part of the brain that controls vomiting, thereby helps in preventing nausea and vomiting.
Take Metotid 5mg Syrup only for as long as the doctor has prescribed it for you. Do not take Metotid 5mg Syrup for more than three months as it might increase the risk of tardive dyskinesia (movement disorder), which is often irreversible. The risk of developing tardive dyskinesia increases with the total dosage and duration of treatment.
Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Metotid 5mg Syrup. Drink enough fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. Consult your doctor if the condition persists or worsens.
Maintain a minimum gap of 6 hours between each dose. Do not take another dose of Metotid 5mg Syrup even in case of vomiting and rejection of dose to avoid an overdose.
Metotid 5mg Syrup may cause uncontrollable movements such as shaking, tics, twisting movements, muscle stiffness and rigidity. Consult your doctor if you experience these symptoms.
