Commonly Rx Drugs - Metoclopramide

Question 1

What is Metoclopramide? (1)

Answer 1

Anti-emetic
Acts directly on GIT.

Question 2

What reactions does Metoclopramide give?

Answer 2

Dystonic reactions (facial/skeletal muscle spasms and oculogyric crises.)

Question 3

What does the EMA state about risks of using Metoclopramide? (2)

Answer 3

Neurological effects e.g. short-erm extrapyramidal disorders and tardive dyskinesia.

Question 4

What is the indication of Metoclopramide? (1)

Answer 4

Nausea and Vomiting

Question 5

What is the usual dosing regimen for Metoclopramide? (3)

Answer 5

Only Rx for short-term use up to 5 days.
10mg, repeated up to 3 times a daily.
Max dose = 500mcg/kg.