Alternatives to Reglan
Acid reflux disease is a painful and sometimes dangerous condition to live with. Individuals afflicted with acid reflux disease often take over the counter or prescription acid reducers in order to lessen the physical symptoms. Unfortunately, certain acid reflux prescription drugs have been found to cause serious side effects. Reglan, a medicine used to treat heartburn, has recently been linked to long-term involuntary muscle contractions.
Tardive dyskinesia is unfortunately both the most common and the most concerning side-effect of Reglan use. Tardive dyskinesia first manifests itself as slight facial tics that eventually escalate to full-body muscle contractions. The effects are very similar to Parkinson’s disease, and there is no known cure. If you took Reglan and now suffer from tardive dyskinesia, contact the Reglan lawyers of Williams Kherkher today by calling 800-761-3187 to learn more about your options at this time.
Other Ways to Treat Heartburn
Fortunately, Reglan is not the only option for heartburn treatment. Ask your physician about the following alternatives:
- Antacids
- Histamine antagonists
- Proton pump inhibitors
- Eating multiple small meals throughout the day instead of 3 large ones
- Liquid nourishment
- Avoiding high-fat and high-fiber foods
Unfortunately, if you already took Reglan for your heartburn treatment, you may be left facing irreversible side effects.
Contact Us
Today, there are over 1,000 Reglan lawsuits. If you have suffered harmful side-effects after taking Reglan, you might be entitled to similar legal action. The Reglan attorneys of Williams Kherkher are dedicated to helping those suffering from dangerous medications, such as Reglan, seek justice. Call 800-761-3187 today to learn about your legal rights and protections.
