Reglan tardive dyskinesia is a drug side effect that involves involuntary movements, mostly in the lower face. Tardive means “delayed” and dyskinesia means “abnormal movement.” Reglan is a drug that has been shown to cause tardive dyskinesia after extended use. If you have developed problems after using this drug please contact us for the latest Reglan lawsuit settlements news. We are currently representing clients throughout the United States.
What is Reglan?
Reglan is an oral medication used to treat diabetic gastroparesis, which is the delayed movement of food from the stomach into the (more...)
If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with Reglan Tardive Dyskinesia, you no doubt have many questions. What is it? What are the symptoms? What causes it? Where can a person with Tardive Dyskinesia get help?
What is Tardive Dyskinesia?
Tardive Dyskinesia literally means late (tardive) movement (Dyskinesia). It is a condition where the body moves involuntarily and often repetitively. A person with TD may have more subtle symptoms such as eyebrow raising or lip sucking, or their symptoms may be much more extreme, involving involuntary shaking of the arms, torso or lower extremities.
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There is currently no Reglan class action type of litigation, also referred to as “Multidistrict litigation” that involves metoclopramide products. Claims are still being brought on an individual basis due to the differences in the types of injuries people have suffered and the effect of those injuries both financially and physically. Many patients continue to suffer from tardive dyskinesia after using Reglan or the generic metoclopramide and are weighing their legal options including filing a Reglan lawsuit.
The Dangers Of Chronic Reglan Use For High-Risk Patients
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In early 2009, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) required that all manufacturers of metoclopramide products include a black box warning on their drug packaging. The catalyst for this mandate was the link between Reglan side effects (brand name of metoclopramide) and tardive dyskinesia, a debilitating repetitive movement disorder. In truth, TD is only one of many potential side effects of long-term or high-dose use of the drug. This article will provide an overview of tardive dyskinesia and other side effects that can manifest from chronic Reglan use.
CNS Side Effects
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