Metocol 1 mg/ml (Pediatric Drops)
15 ml bottle: ৳ 10.65
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Metoclopramide hydrochloride |
| Company | Opsonin pharma ltd |
| Also available as |
Title
Metocol Medicine
Categories
- Indications
- Pharmacology
- Dosage & Administration
- Contraindications
- Side Effects
- Pregnancy & Lactation
- Precautions & Warnings
- Therapeutic Class
- Storage Conditions
Description
Metocol is available in various forms such as nasal spray, tablet, and injection for the relief of symptoms in adults with acute and recurrent diabetic gastroparesis, treatment of gastroesophageal reflux, prevention of nausea and vomiting associated with emetogenic cancer chemotherapy, and more. It blocks dopamine and serotonin receptors, enhances response to acetylcholine, and increases lower esophageal sphincter tone. It should be stored between 20-25°C and protected from light.
Dimensions
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Color Options
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Functions
- Relief of symptoms in diabetic gastroparesis
- Treatment of gastroesophageal reflux
- Prevention of nausea and vomiting
- Stimulation of gastric emptying and intestinal transit of barium
- Facilitation of small bowel intubation
Materials
Active ingredient: Metoclopramide
Technical Specifications
- Adult dosage: 1 spray (15 mg) in one nostril, 30 minutes before each meal
- Maximum daily dosage: 4 sprays
- Store at 20-25°C
- Route of administration: Nasal spray, tablet, injection
Design Elements
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Usability Features
- Enhanced motility and accelerated gastric emptying
- Enhancement of lower esophageal sphincter tone
Other Features
- Blocks dopamine and serotonin receptors
- Increase in response to acetylcholine
- Pregnancy Category B
- Caution for use during lactation
- Avoid concomitant use of other drugs known to cause TD/EPS/NMS
- Avoid use in patients with Parkinson’s Disease