Charlotte Reglan Attorneys
Acid reflux is a common condition that can cause painful symptoms like heartburn. However, some acid reflux medications, such as Reglan, may actually cause debilitating side effects, including tardive dyskinesia, an incurable neuromuscular disease. Sadly, recent medical studies have linked Reglan to these neuromuscular diseases in patients of all ages.
Reglan has been ordered to be sold with a Black Box label to warn consumers of its potential dangers. However, if you took this potent drug before its harmful side effects were widely known, you may be entitled to financial compensation if you now suffer from a neuromuscular disorder. To discuss your situation with a knowledgeable Charlotte Reglan lawyer, please contact Williams Kherkher today at 800-761-3187.
How Reglan Harms You
Reglan contains a powerful chemical called metoclopramide that causes increased contraction in the upper gastrointestinal tract. This accelerates the digestion of your food, which prevents stomach acid from flowing up into the esophagus and causing heartburn.
Simultaneously, though, the metoclopramide also interferes with the connection between your nerves and muscles, called the dopamine neurotransmitter pathway. Eventually, the metoclopramide can degrade the dopamine pathway so much that your nerves can no longer control your muscles. This causes neuromuscular disorders such as:
- Tardive dyskinesia
- Tardive dystonia
- Cervical dystonia
- Neuroleptic malignant syndrome
- Neuromuscular Disease Complications
Neuromuscular conditions often cause you to suffer from abnormal, uncontrollable muscle spasms that twist your face, neck, arms, and legs into painful and awkward positions. Additionally, if the disease affects autonomic nerves, you can suffer from unstable blood pressure and an irregular heart rate.
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Frustratingly, these neuromuscular diseases are typically incurable, and they can hinder your ability to work or to remain engaged with others. For assistance in seeking the financial compensation that you need to address your pain, suffering, emotional trauma, lost wages, and other damages caused by Reglan’s side effects, contact the tenacious Charlotte Reglan lawyers of Williams Kherkher at 800-761-3187.
