Georgia Reglan Attorneys
Some medications have dangerous side effects that can be even worse than the original condition that they are meant to treat. One such drug is Reglan, which is commonly used to treat heartburn. However, Reglan can also cause people of all ages to develop permanent neuromuscular disorders such as tardive dyskinesia.
Medicine should help you, not harm you. Sadly, however, some medications fail in this duty. If you have developed a neuromuscular condition as a result of taking Reglan, you should consider seeking compensation for your suffering. To discuss your case, contact an experienced Georgia Reglan lawyer from Williams Kherkher today at 800-761-3187.
Types of Disorders Caused by Reglan
In order to prevent conditions like heartburn and diabetic gastroparesis, Reglan contains a powerful ingredient called metoclopramide. This drug stimulates the muscle contractions along the upper digestive tract, which causes your stomach to empty out faster. While this can help alleviate your heartburn symptoms, it can cause more serious issues as well.
As part of the stimulation process, metoclopramide disrupts the dopamine pathway that is necessary for voluntary muscle movement. Once metoclopramide acts on dopamine receptors, they can become permanently damaged. This can result in neuromuscular disorders such as:
- Tardive dyskinesia
- Tardive dystonia
- Cervical dystonia
- Neuroleptic malignant syndrome
Symptoms of Neuromuscular Disorders
These diseases are characterized by involuntary muscle spasms, which can spread from your face to your neck and down to your arms and legs. Sometimes, the twitches can be strong enough to painfully twist your body into abnormal, uncomfortable positions.
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Now, Reglan carries a Black Label warning from the Food and Drug Administration. However, many individuals developed a neuromuscular condition due to Reglan usage before this warning was in place. If you have been harmed by the use of Reglan, you may be eligible to receive compensation. For more information, contact a Georgia Reglan attorney from Williams Kherkher at 800-761-3187 to discuss your case.
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