Disorders Linked to Reglan Use
Reglan is a powerful pharmaceutical product used to combat acid reflux disease and other digestive problems. This drug stimulates the muscles in the digestive system, making the body process food faster. The primary ingredient, metoclopramide, works by acting on these muscles at their neurotransmitters. However, this drug can also cause patients to develop serious neuromuscular disorders that, in many cases, will affect a victim for the remainder of his or her life.
Reglan-Caused Disorders
As with most medications, there are many temporary side effects a person may experience while using Reglan. More grimly, this drug has also been linked to potentially permanent neuromuscular disorders. These neuromuscular problems occur due to the drug’s interference with dopamine receptors. Some of the most common disorders that have been linked to Reglan use include the following:
- Tardive dyskinesia
- Cervical dystonia
- Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome
In addition, patients can experience some of the following serious, but often temporary, health problems:
- Akathisia, which is similar to restless leg syndrome
- Parkinson’s disease-like symptoms
- Agranulocytosis, a disorder that involves low white blood cell count
- Tachycardia, elevated heart rate
- Depression or thoughts of suicide
Whether temporary or permanent, these conditions can cause an innocent patient to suffer from considerable and unnecessary pain and suffering.
For More Information
If you or someone you love has used Reglan and developed a serious adverse side effect, there may be legal action available. To discuss the details of your claim with an experienced legal advisor, contact the Reglan side effects lawyers of Williams Kherkher today at 800-761-3187.
