ABOUT METOCLOPRAMIDE

Metoclopramide is to help prevent you from feeling or being sick.

Side-effects are rare, but some may cause you to be concerned. If you experience any unusual symptoms, speak with your hospice nurse straightaway.

Type of medicine	Anti-emetic
Used for	Nausea and vomiting, Gastric stasis (bowels not moving)
Also called	Maxolon®
Available as	Tablets, oral liquid medicine, and injection
Metoclopramide side-effects	What can I do if I experience this?
Feeling dizzy or sleepy	If this happens, do not drive or use tools or machines
Diarrhoea (with high doses)	Drink plenty of water to replace lost fluid
Dry mouth, rash, breast tenderness, fast heartbeat, irregular periods	If any of these become troublesome, speak with your hospice nurse
Distressing muscle or movement disorders affecting the body, face, or eyes	Let your hospice nurse know about this straightaway

Important information about all medicines

Never take more than the prescribed dose. If you suspect that you or someone else might have taken an overdose of this medicine, go to the accident and emergency department of your local hospital. Take the container with you, even if it is empty. This medicine is for you. Never give it to other people even if their condition appears to be the same as yours. Do not keep out-of-date or unwanted medicines. Take them to your local pharmacy which will dispose of them for you. If you have any questions about this medicine ask your pharmacist. Retrieved From: http://patient.info/medicine/metoclopramide-maxolon Disclaimer: The information, including but not limited to, text, graphics, images and other material contained on this website are for informational purposes only.  If you have questions or need help, please contact your Hospice Team.