(met-oh-KLOH-pra-mide) A drug that increases the motility (movements and contractions) of the stomach and upper intestine. It is used to treat certain stomach problems and nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy. It belongs to the families of drugs called antiemetics and motility agents. Also called Reglan.
A drug used to stimulate stomach muscle contractions to help empty food. It also helps reduce nausea and vomiting. Side effects include fatigue, sleepiness, and sometimes depression, anxiety, and problems with physical movement.
Metoclopramide (INN) (IPA: ) is a potent dopamine receptor antagonist used for its antiemetic and prokinetic properties. Thus it is primarily used to treat nausea and vomiting, and to facilitate gastric emptying in patients with gastric stasis.