Tardive dyskinesia is a form of the motion disorder dyskensia that is a side effect of long-term or high-dose use of dopamine antagonists, such as drugs used for gastrointestinal disorders.
Dyskinesia refers to an involuntary movement and diminished voluntary movements. The disorder often causes involuntary grimacing, tongue protrusion, lip smacking, puckering and pursing of the lips, and rapid eye blinking.
In February 2009 the FDA ordered the manufacturers of the drug Reglan, used to treat hearburn and gastroesophageal reflux, to place a Black Label Warning on the drug. Recent studies have shown that people taking metoclopramide, the active drug in Reglan, have a high risk of developing a condition called Tardive Dyskinesia.
If you or someone you know has taken Reglan and would like to know more about their legal options, please contact the Reglan Tardive Dyskinesia Lawyers of Williams Kherkher by calling 800-761-3187.
