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Gastronorm 10mg Tablet 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 Gastronorm 10mg Tablet only for as long as the doctor has prescribed it for you. Do not take Gastronorm 10mg Tablet 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 Gastronorm 10mg Tablet. 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 Gastronorm 10mg Tablet even in case of vomiting and rejection of dose to avoid an overdose.
Gastronorm 10mg Tablet may cause uncontrollable movements such as shaking, tics, twisting movements, muscle stiffness and rigidity. Consult your doctor if you experience these symptoms.
Alcohol
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Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Gastronorm 10mg Tablet as it may make some side effects worse such as increased sleepiness and drowsiness.
Pregnancy
Caution
Consult your doctor before taking Gastronorm 10mg Tablet if you are pregnant; your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
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Consult your doctor before taking Gastronorm 10mg Tablet if you are breastfeeding.
Driving
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Gastronorm 10mg Tablet may cause dizziness, drowsiness and fatigue. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how Gastronorm 10mg Tablet affects you.
Liver
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Dose adjustment may be needed. Consult your doctor before taking Gastronorm 10mg Tablet if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.
Kidney
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Dose adjustment may be needed. Consult your doctor before taking Gastronorm 10mg Tablet if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.
Children
Caution
Metoclopramide tablets are not recommended for children due to the risk of tardive dyskinesia, extrapyramidal symptoms as well as risk of methemoglobinemia in neonates.Metoclopramide drops should be given to children only if prescribed by the doctor.
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About Gastronorm 10mg Tablet
Gastronorm 10mg Tablet 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, Gastronorm 10mg Tablet 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.
Gastronorm 10mg Tablet 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 works on the part of the brain that controls vomiting, thereby helps in preventing nausea and vomiting.
In some cases, Gastronorm 10mg Tablet may cause common side-effects such as restlessness, fatigue, drowsiness, diarrhoea, weakness, and lassitude (lack of energy). Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.
Do not take Gastronorm 10mg Tablet for more than 3 months as it might increase the risk of tardive dyskinesia (movement disorder). Consult your doctor before taking Gastronorm 10mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Gastronorm 10mg Tablet may cause drowsiness and dizziness, so avoid driving until you know how Gastronorm 10mg Tablet affects you. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Gastronorm 10mg Tablet as it could lead to increased drowsiness. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any interactions.
Uses of Gastronorm 10mg Tablet
Medicinal Benefits
Gastronorm 10mg Tablet 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, Gastronorm 10mg Tablet 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. Gastronorm 10mg Tablet 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.
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Side Effects of Gastronorm 10mg Tablet
Drug Warnings
Do not take Gastronorm 10mg Tablet if you are allergic to any of its contents; if you have bleeding or obstruction in the stomach, tardive dyskinesia (movement disorder), pheochromocytoma (tumour in the adrenal glands), or epilepsy. Talk to your doctor before taking Gastronorm 10mg Tablet if you have heart problems, diabetes, depression, high blood pressure, breast cancer, seizures, liver or kidney problems, Parkinson’s disease, methaemoglobinaemia; if you are taking levodopa or if you have gastrointestinal surgery in the last 3-4days. Do not take Gastronorm 10mg Tablet for more than three months as it might increase the risk of tardive dyskinesia; the risk increases if you are older, especially if you are an older woman or if you have diabetes. Consult your doctor immediately if you cannot stop or control movements like shaking your arms and legs, blinking and moving your eyes, sticking out the tongue, frowning, lip-smacking, chewing, or puckering up the mouth.
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Your doctor may advise you to regularly get blood tests done to check your blood pigment levels. If Methaemoglobinaemia is observed, treatment with Gastronorm 10mg Tablet should be stopped immediately and permanently. Methaemoglobinaemia is a blood condition in which the haemoglobin iron is in the oxidized state and cannot reversibly bind to oxygen.
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