Columbus Reglan Attorneys
Heartburn is a painful condition that regularly affects an estimated 20% of Americans. Sadly, though, some anti-acid reflux drugs are more dangerous than the heartburn they are meant to treat. In fact, Reglan is a powerful acid reflux medication that has been linked to permanent neuromuscular disorders such as tardive dyskinesia and cervical dystonia.
Because of Reglan’s dangerous side effects, the Food and Drug Administration now requires Reglan to display a Black Box label, the strongest warning possible. Sadly, though, many people took this drug before they were aware of its health hazards. If you now suffer from a neuromuscular disease due to taking Reglan, you should fight back. Contact a tenacious Columbus Reglan lawyer from Williams Kherkher today at 800-761-3187 to discuss your case.
The Dangers of Reglan
Reglan contains a potent ingredient called metoclopramide, which normally stimulates the upper digestive tract so that you can process your food slightly faster. This prevents stomach acid from flowing into the esophagus and causing heartburn.
Simultaneously, though, the metoclopramide can also disrupt the delicate connection between your muscles and nerves, called the dopamine neurotransmitter pathway. When this pathway becomes damaged, you lose the ability to control your muscles. This results in neuromuscular conditions such as:
- Tardive dyskinesia
- Tardive dystonia
- Cervical dystonia
- Neuroleptic malignant syndrome
Signs of Neuromuscular Disease
Frustratingly, these neuromuscular disorders are generally characterized by problems such as uncontrollable spasms in your face, neck, arms, and legs. These can twist your body into painful, awkward positions. Additionally, you can develop complications such as unstable blood pressure.
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Doctors and researchers now know that Reglan can cause potentially disabling health conditions. If your life has been disrupted due to Reglan use, you should not let the pharmaceutical company responsible for this dangerous drug go unpunished. To learn more about your legal options, contact a knowledgeable Columbus Reglan lawsuit attorney from Williams Kherkher at 800-761-3187 today.
