Metoclopramide

( Reglan )

Medically Reviewed by Dr. J.R.G. Peries, M.D – Cardiology

Last Reviewed: Apr 26, 2023

Drug Details


Common Brands:

Reglan

Availability:

Prescription only

Therapeutic Class:

Dopamine antagonist (Prokinetic)

Forms:

Tablet, orally disintegrating tablet, oral solution, and injection

Administration:

Oral route, intranasal route, or by direct intravenous injection, intravenous infusion, or intramuscular

Therapeutic Uses:

Relieves heartburn caused by gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)

Treats people with delayed stomach-emptying caused by diabetes (diabetic gastroparesis)

Controlled Status:

Not a controlled substance


Metoclopramide (Reglan) Drug Class

Metoclopramide (met oh kloe pra mide) is a potent dopamine-receptor antagonist belonging to the class of antiemetic agents (prokinetic)

Metoclopramide (Reglan) Age Range

Metoclopramide (Reglan) is approved for use in adults. The use of this medicine in pediatric patients is not recommended except for limited, short-term circumstances.