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| Drug class description : | Antidopaminergics. |
| Generic Name : | Metoclopramide - gastrointestinal disorders |
| Drug description : | Maxolon Tablets: 5 mg white tablets; 10 mg white scored tablets marked MAXOLON. Maxolon Syrup: syrup. Maxolon Injection: ampoules. Maxolon SR: clear capsules marked MAXOLON SR 15, containing white sustained-release microgranules. |
| Presentation : | Maxolon Tablets: Metoclopramide hydrochloride 5mg , 10mg . Maxolon Syrup: Metoclopramide hydrochloride 5mg/5mL. Maxolon Injection: Metoclopramide hydrochloride 10mg per 2mL. Maxolon SR: Metoclopramide hydrochloride 15mg. |
| Indications : | Dyspepsia, flatulence, regurgitation of bile, heartburn and other symptoms of upper GI tract dysfunction. |
| Adult Dosage : | Maxolon Tablets and Syrup: Adults over 20 years: Under 60 kg, 5 mg three times daily; over 60 kg, 10 mg three times daily. Both maximum 0.5 mg/kg body weight daily. Maxolon SR: Over 20 years, 1 twice daily; maximum 0.5 mg/kg body weight daily. Maxolon Injection: Adults over 20 years: Under 60 kg, 5 mg three times daily by i.m. or slow i.v. injection; over 60 kg, 10 mg three times daily by i.m. or slow i.v. injection. Both maximum |
| Child Dosage : | Children and Young Adults : Not applicable. |
| Special Precautions : | Recent GI surgery, prolactin- dependent breast carcinoma, phaeochromocytoma, epilepsy, renal or hepatic impairment. Pregnancy, lactation. |
| Interactions : | Anticholinergics, phenothiazines, butyrophenones. |
| Adverse Reactions : | Extrapyramidal reactions, neuroleptic malignant syndrome. Raised serum prolactin. Drowsiness, diarrhoea. |
| Manufacturer : | Shire |
| Drug Availability : | (POM) |
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