METOCONTIN 15 MG TABLET
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Product introduction
METOCONTIN 15 MG TABLET is a prescription medicine used to treat nausea, vomiting, indigestion, and heartburn. It prevents the feeling of fullness during or shortly after a meal and helps reduce symptoms caused by the flow of the stomach contents back into the food pipe.
METOCONTIN 15 MG TABLET is taken before meals preferably at bedtime in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should take this medicine until your doctor tells you to stop. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects are restlessness, fatigue, and weakness. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. It also causes drowsiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness. This medicine may also cause diarrhea, so it is better to take plenty of fluids while taking this medicine as it may help to prevent dehydration.
Before taking this medicine, you should let your doctor know if you have liver or kidney problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor.
METOCONTIN 15 MG TABLET is taken before meals preferably at bedtime in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should take this medicine until your doctor tells you to stop. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects are restlessness, fatigue, and weakness. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. It also causes drowsiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness. This medicine may also cause diarrhea, so it is better to take plenty of fluids while taking this medicine as it may help to prevent dehydration.
Before taking this medicine, you should let your doctor know if you have liver or kidney problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor.
Uses of Metocontin Tablet
Benefits of Metocontin Tablet
In Treatment of Indigestion
Indigestion means discomfort of mainly the upper part of your stomach which may also have other symptoms such as stomach pain, bloating, feeling full etc. METOCONTIN 15 MG TABLET improves the movement of food in your stomach and gut (intestine). This relieves these symptoms and helps in proper digestion of food.
Take METOCONTIN 15 MG TABLET as prescribed by the doctor. Think about what foods trigger indigestion and try to avoid them; eat smaller, more frequent meals; try to lose weight if you are overweight, and try to find ways to relax. Do not eat within 3-4 hours of going to bed.
Take METOCONTIN 15 MG TABLET as prescribed by the doctor. Think about what foods trigger indigestion and try to avoid them; eat smaller, more frequent meals; try to lose weight if you are overweight, and try to find ways to relax. Do not eat within 3-4 hours of going to bed.
Side effects of Metocontin Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Metocontin
- Restlessness
- Fatigue
- Weakness
How to use Metocontin Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. METOCONTIN 15 MG TABLET is to be taken empty stomach.
How Metocontin Tablet works
METOCONTIN 15 MG TABLET is a prokinetic. It works on the region in the brain that controls vomiting. It also acts on the upper digestive tract to increase the movement of the stomach and intestines, allowing food to move more easily through the stomach.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with METOCONTIN 15 MG TABLET.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
METOCONTIN 15 MG TABLET is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
METOCONTIN 15 MG TABLET is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
METOCONTIN 15 MG TABLET may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
METOCONTIN 15 MG TABLET may cause drowsiness, dizziness, dyskinesia and dystonias which could affect the vision and may interfere with the ability to drive.
METOCONTIN 15 MG TABLET may cause drowsiness, dizziness, dyskinesia and dystonias which could affect the vision and may interfere with the ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
METOCONTIN 15 MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of METOCONTIN 15 MG TABLET may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
METOCONTIN 15 MG TABLET is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of METOCONTIN 15 MG TABLET may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Metocontin Tablet?
If you miss a dose of METOCONTIN 15 MG TABLET, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.\n \n
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- METOCONTIN 15 MG TABLET helps relieve nausea, vomiting, indigestion and heartburn.
- It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking METOCONTIN 15 MG TABLET as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
- Inform your doctor if you get watery diarrhea, fever, or stomach pain that does not go away.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Para-Aminobenzoic Acid (PABA) Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Dopamine D2 Receptor Antagonists- Prokinetic Agents
Interaction with drugs
Taking Metocontin with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Concomitant use may cause an increase in blood serotonin levels. Patients may experience agitation, increased body temperature, fast heartbeat, muscle rigidity, and loss of coordin
Concomitant use may cause an increase in blood serotonin levels. Patients may experience agitation, increased body temperature, fast heartbeat, muscle rigidity, and loss of coordin
Concomitant use may cause an increase in blood serotonin levels. Patients may experience agitation, increased body temperature, fast heartbeat, muscle rigidity, and loss of coordin
Concomitant use may cause an increase in blood serotonin levels. Patients may experience agitation, increased body temperature, fast heartbeat, muscle rigidity, and loss of coordin
Concurrent use may increase the risk of restlessness, uncontrollable movements, tremors, rigid muscles, increased salivation, tongue-twisting, etc.
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Patient concerns
FAQs
Does METOCONTIN 15 MG TABLET work for morning sickness?
METOCONTIN 15 MG TABLET can help in relieving morning sickness. However, this is not an approved indication for its use. There are other medicines also available to treat morning sickness. Consult a doctor if you need treatment for morning sickness as you should not take any medicine during pregnancy without consulting a doctor.
Can I take METOCONTIN 15 MG TABLET with ranitidine?
METOCONTIN 15 MG TABLET can be taken with ranitidine. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Talk to your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
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Country of origin: India
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