Diabetic gastroparesis is a serious condition in which food tends to move slowly through the digestive tract. This condition can cause vomiting, nausea, abdominal pain and bloating in individuals.

Tranzyme Pharma, a biotechnology company, has been developing different drugs to treat gastroparesis which affects the upper gastrointestinal tract. Two drugs are in the testing phase, one for diabetic gastroparesis and another for recovery efforts.

Currently, there is no safe medical treatment for this condition, which roughly affects 4 percent of people in the United States. Reglan is the only prescription medication currently on the market for the treatment of gastroparesis. This drug has been given a ‘black box warning’ due to it’s severe side effects.

If you have taken Reglan and consequently developed a serious side effect, please contact the Reglan lawsuit lawyers of Williams Kherkher by calling 800-761-3187 today.

An ingestible pill has been developed in order to better diagnose digestive disorders in individuals.

The SmartPill Wireless Motility Capsule, once swallowed by the patient, transmits data about pressure and pH balance of the gastrointestinal tract to the data receiver, which can be worn around the patient’s neck on a lanyard. This pill can help identify which part of the gastrointestinal tract is causing problems. Doctors will be able to evaluate the results and prescribe a specialized treatment plan.

Gastroparesis is a stomach condition in which the emptying of the stomach into the small intestine occurs at a much slower rate and causes severe discomfort. This condition can be treated with the prescription medication, Reglan, which helps the stomach empty at a much faster rate, yet this medication has been liked to severe side effects.

If you have taken Reglan and have developed a serious side effect, please contact the Reglan lawsuit lawyers of Williams Kherkher by calling 800-761-3187 today.

Acid reflux and gastroesophageal reflux disease,GERD, are two conditions that can commonly be confused. There are several differences between the two disorders, with GERD being the more serious of the two cases.

Acid reflux

• similar to heartburn
• stomach acid overflows into the esophagus
• sour, acidic flavor can be present

Stomach indigestion is an uncomfortable condition that can lead to acid reflux and heartburn. There are several foods that can lead to indigestion including;

• Spicy foods
• Radish
• Sodas and other carbonated drinks
• High-fat foods
• Nuts

If you tend to have indigestion issues, it is best to steer clear of these types of food so as to avoid additional pain.

Medication can be prescribed to treat the development of indigestion and heartburn in different individuals. One drug commonly prescribed is Reglan but it has recently been linked to several severe side effects. If you took Reglan and suffered from a serious side effect, please contact the Reglan lawsuit lawyers of Williams Kherkher by calling 800-761-3187 today.

The holiday season brings with it parties and lavish meals with family and friends. For people suffering from heartburn or gastroesophageal reflux disease, GERD, this time of year can cause irritation and pain.

It is estimated that heartburn can affect one out of every 10 Americans. To avoid heartburn this year, it is recommended to eat smaller portions of food at a time, eat your food slower and avoid fried foods by looking for grilled or baked alternatives. If heartburn is a recurrence for you then it may be best to stay away from spicy foods and highly acidic foods, including tomatoes and vinegar.

These simple tips can help you avoid a flare up and help you enjoy your holidays.

The prescription drug, Reglan, has commonly been prescribed to treat GERD symptoms in patients. As of late, this medicine has been associated with severe side effects, including the development of tardive dyskinesia. If you were prescribed Reglan and have developed a side effect to the medication, please contact the Reglan lawsuit attorneys of Williams Kherkher by calling 800-761-3187 today.

Tachycardia is a heart condition that can mimic symptoms of a heart attack in an individual. Symptoms of this condition can include a rapid heart beat, chest pain and dizziness. These symptoms can occur even when an individual is not active.

This condition can be caused by numerous factors and one of those factors is the use of the prescription drug, Reglan. This drug is commonly prescribed to treat gastroparesis, a stomach condition, but has been linked to several severe side effects. One of these side effects is the development of tachycardia.

There are different options for the treatment of tachycardia that can include taking medication to slow an abnormal heartbeat and using a defibrillator to monitor the heart.

If you were prescribed Reglan and as a result developed tachycardia, you may be entitled to compensation. Please contact the Reglan lawsuit attorneys of Williams Kherkher by calling 800-761-3187 today.