Metoclopramide (INN) d is an antiemetic (useful in treating vomiting) and gastroprokinetic agent. It belongs to a group of medicines called dopaminergic blockers. It is commonly used to treat nausea and vomiting, to facilitate gastric emptying in people with gastroparesis, and as a treatment for the gastric stasis often associated with migraine he...
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(from the article `drug`) ...many diseases—e.g., radiation sickness, postoperative vomiting, and liver disease. In these cases, the most effective antiemetics are the ...
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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 is a type of antiemetic and a type of motility agent. Also called Reglan.
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<chemical> A dopamine d2 antagonist that is used as an antiemetic. ... Pharmacological action: antiemetics, dopamine antagonists. ... Chemical name: Benzamide, 4-amino-5-chloro-N-(2-(diethylamino)ethyl)-2-methoxy- ... (12 Dec 1998) ...
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(met″o-klo-prah´mīd) a dopamine receptor antagonist and prokinetic agent that stimulates gastric motility, used as the hydrochloride salt as an antiemetic, an aid in gastrointestinal radiology and intestinal intubation, and in treatment of gastroparesis and gastroesophageal reflux; administered orally, intravenousl...
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