Metoclopramide
Metozolv is a brand-name medication containing metoclopramide, used primarily to treat gastrointestinal disorders such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and gastroparesis (delayed stomach emptying). It is also used to manage nausea and vomiting associated with various conditions. This medication requires a prescription and should be used under medical supervision due to potential side effects.
Metozolv is a prescription medication used to treat digestive disorders and nausea by improving stomach emptying and reducing nausea signals.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 863583
- Generic
- Metozolv
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Metozolv is primarily used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), gastroparesis (delayed gastric emptying), and nausea/vomiting. It may also be used as a diagnostic aid for gastric emptying studies.
The mechanism of action is not specified in the available information. Metoclopramide (the active ingredient) generally works as a dopamine antagonist and prokinetic agent.
This is a brand-name medication. Common side effects may include drowsiness, fatigue, and movement disorders. Due to risks of tardive dyskinesia with long-term use, it should be used at the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration. Consult a healthcare provider for proper use and risk assessment.
Official drug label
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