Reglan Side Effects Include Tardive Dyskinesia & Parkinson’s Disease-like Symptoms
Tardive dyskinesia is a permanent disorder that causes delayed involuntary movements, often affecting the facial area. It has been linked to Reglan (metoclopramide), a popular drug used to treat a wide range of gastrointestinal problems, including heart burn.
When consumed in high dosages and/or over a long period of time, Reglan may lead to tardive dyskinesia. The popular gastrointestinal drug has, in fact, caused serious injuries to many patients. Although Wyeth Incorporated, the manufacturer of the drug, has been forced to issue a “black box warning” for Reglan, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is expected to request a recall of Reglan and similar products, including Maxolon, Degan, Maxeran, Primperan and Pylomid.
In the meantime, at least 15 Reglan lawsuits have been filed against Wyeth across the United States, with the number expected to reach a significant increase over the next few months. Reglan lawsuits claim that Wyeth Incorporated was fully aware of the devastating Parkinson’s-like side effects of Reglan, but failed to warn the public as well as medical practitioners who have been prescribing Reglan for years.
In fact, according to recent reports, Reglan has been blamed for causing more drug-induced movement disorders than any other medication containing metoclopramide. Therefore, patients diagnosed with tardive dyskinesia, or those who are experiencing signs of delayed facial function while using Reglan, may be eligible to file a defective drug lawsuit and receive compensation for their suffering.
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with tardive dyskinesia as a result of Reglan, please contact AWKO, Florida’s top defective drug legal team, at (888) 255 – 2956, to learn more about your right for compensation.
