Reglan facts:

Reglan (metoclopramide), a prescription medication used to treat gastroesophageal reflux (GER) and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in children and adults has been linked with Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (NMS), a rare but life threatening condition and to to the serious movement disorder Tardive Dyskinesia.

The FDA issued an alert on January 26, 2009 warning consumers and physicians to avoid the chronic use of metoclopramide containing drugs. Recognizing the significant danger to patients the FDA also required that a boxed warning being included in the packaging. Reglan side effects tardive dyskinesia and similar drug induced movement disorders are characterized by rarely reversible symptoms that include random movements in the tongue, lips or jaw as well as facial grimacing, movements of arms, legs, fingers and toes along with swaying movements of the trunk or hip.

Usage:

Metoclopramide is available in several forms including:

1. Reglan Tablets
2. Reglan Oral Disintegrating Tablets
3. Metoclopramide Oral Solution
4. Reglan Injection

It is estimated that more than two million people in the United States use products containing metoclopramide

Litigation:

Actions have been commenced in many jurisdictions around the country on behalf of victims who have exhibited signs and symptoms of Tardive Dyskinesia and Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome.

Tardive dyskinesia is characterized by involuntary, repetitive movements of the extremities, or lip smacking, grimacing, tongue protrusion, rapid eye movements or blinking, puckering and pursing of the lips, or impaired movement of the fingers. These symptoms are rarely reversible and there is no known treatment.

The Neuroleptic Malignant syndrome (NMS) is a rare, but life-threatening, idiosyncratic reaction to a neuroleptic medication. The syndrome is characterized by fever, Muscular rigidity, altered mental status, and autonomic dysfunction.

If you or someone you know has taken Reglan (metoclopramide) has suffered any serious side effects. please contact us using the contact form on this page to learn about your rights to compensation for your injuries.