This article describes metoclopramide oral tablet’s dosages and strengths and gives details on how to take it. You’ll also find information on cost savings and coupon options for metoclopramide. If you want to know more about metoclopramide oral tablet, see this overview article. It covers details about the drug’s uses, side effects, and more.
Metoclopramide oral tablet is a generic version of the brand-name drug Reglan. Metoclopramide also comes in an oral liquid solution, a nasal spray, an orally disintegrating tablet, and injectable forms. But those forms aren’t described in this article. To learn more about those forms, talk with your doctor.
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Metoclopramide has a boxed warning for the risk of tardive dyskinesia. A boxed warning is the most serious warning from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
See the end of this article for more information about this warning.
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Form and strengths of metoclopramide
Metoclopramide oral tablet comes as follows:
- Form: tablet that you’ll take by swallowing
- Strengths: 5 milligrams (mg), 10 mg
Dosage of metoclopramide
This article describes the recommended dosages for metoclopramide oral tablet. The drugmaker provides these dosages.
If your doctor prescribes this medication, you should follow the dosage they prescribe. Your doctor will determine the dosage that best meets your needs. Do not change your dosage of metoclopramide oral tablet without your doctor’s recommendation.
Usual recommended dosages of metoclopramide in adults
Usually, doctors start by prescribing a low dosage of metoclopramide oral tablet. Then, they’ll adjust it over time until the right dosage is reached. Ultimately, your doctor will prescribe the smallest dosage of metoclopramide oral tablet that gives the desired outcome.
| Condition | Recommended dose | Maximum dosage | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| heartburn caused by GERD | •10 mg or 15 mg before each meal and before bedtime or, • up to 20 mg as-needed before eating or drinking something that would usually cause you heartburn | 60 mg total per day | 4–12 weeks |
| symptoms of diabetic gastroparesis | 10 mg before each meal and before bedtime | 40 mg total per day | 2–8 weeks |
Dosage adjustments for metoclopramide
Your doctor will prescribe a dosage of metoclopramide oral tablet based on several factors. These include:
- the specific condition being treated and how severe it is
- your age
- other health conditions you may have
- other medications you may be taking
Missed dose of metoclopramide
You should take your missed dose of metoclopramide as soon as you remember. If it’s close to when you would usually take your next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose. Do not take 2 doses of metoclopramide at one time to make up for the missed dose. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you’re unsure if you should take the missed dose.
For tips on how to plan your doses of metoclopramide oral tablet and avoid missing a dose, read this article. You could also try:
- downloading a reminder app on your phone
- setting an alarm
- putting a note where you’ll see it, such as on your calendar, bathroom mirror, or bedside table
Frequently asked questions
Below are answers to some commonly asked questions about metoclopramide oral tablet and its dosage.
How does the dose of metoclopramide compare with the dose of omeprazole?
Omeprazole is used to treat ulcers and certain stomach-related conditions. Its dosage depends on several factors, including the condition you’re treating. However, you generally only need to take omeprazole once or twice per day. Metoclopramide is usually taken four times per day.
Talk with your doctor for more specific information about how the doses of omeprazole and metoclopramide compare.
Is metoclopramide taken long term?
No, metoclopramide is not usually taken long term. You will likely take metoclopramide for 2–12 weeks. Your doctor likely will not prescribe metoclopramide longer than 12 weeks.
If you have questions about how long you should take metoclopramide oral tablet, talk with your doctor.
How metoclopramide is taken
You’ll swallow metoclopramide oral tablet 1–4 times per day.
You should take metoclopramide 30 minutes before each meal and at bedtime. This helps keep a consistent amount of the drug in your body. And it can help the drug work more effectively.
If your doctor prescribes metoclopramide as needed, you should take it before eating or drinking something that would usually cause you heartburn.
If it’s hard for you to swallow tablets, view this article. It provides suggestions on how to swallow medications that come in pill form.
Also, be sure to talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you’re having difficulty taking your medication. They can offer recommendations about taking it. Metoclopramide is also available in an orally disintegrating tablet, oral liquid solution, nasal spray, and injectable forms.
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