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Reglan (metoclopramide) is a drug used in the treatment of heartburn, acid reflux, nausea, vomiting, and to facilitate gastric emptying in patients with gastroparesis. Recently, the FDA has issued a warning linking use of Reglan with the serious conditions Tardive Dyskinesia and Tardive Dystonia.

Tardive Dyskinesia Symptoms

Repetitive, involuntary, purposeless tics and spasms
Grimacing
Tongue protrusion
Lip smacking
Puckering and pursing of the lips
Rapid eye blinking
Rapid movement of the extremities
Impaired movement of the fingers

Tardive Dystonia

Tardive Dystonia is a condition where the patient has sustained involuntary muscle contractions that produce twisting and repetitive movements or abnormal postures. It can be limited to a single body region or can extend to all of the extremeties and the face. These involuntary muscle contractions can be quite painful and disabling.

Reglan Lawsuits

If you have used Reglan or metoclopramide and have experienced symptoms of tardive dyskinesia or tardive dystonia, you may have a legal case and be eligible for compensation. The law offices of Levin Simes Kaiser & Gornick LLP specialize in cases where patients have been harmed by pharmaceuticals such as Reglan. Please contact us toll free at 1-877-LSKG-LAW or fill out the contact form to the right. Consultation is free and confidential.

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