Metpamid, Metoclopramide

Metpamid is used in the treatment of heartburn, gastroparesis, nausea and vomitting.

Metpamid works by blocking a natural substance in the body called dopamine. Dopamine works to speeds up movements in the stomach and intestines therefore by inhibiting this production of dopamine, the intestines and stomach are able to recover more effectively.Metpamid also stimulates the release of acetylcholine, which is a chemical messenger that can increase the motility of the intestine.

Patients who take Metpamid may suffer from such side effects;

Diarrhoea,
Drowsiness,
Insomnia,
Anxiety,
Tiredness,
Headaches,
Agitation,
Restlessness,
Parkinsons