Reglan Side Effects

Common side effects associated with Reglan include:

• Breast swelling or tenderness
• Changes in menstruation
• Diarrhea
• Dizziness
• Drowsiness
• Fatigue
• Frequent urination
• Headache
• Insomnia
• Nausea
• Restlessness

It is also possible to suffer from allergic reactions while taking Reglan. Signs of an allergic reaction include difficulty breathing, hives, and swelling of the face, tongue, lips, or throat.

More serious side effects associated with Reglan that require immediate medical attention include:

• Agitation
• Anxiety
• Confusion
• Depression
• Difficulty staying still or jittery feelings
• Fever
• Fluid retention or swelling
• Hallucinations
• Jaundice (yellowing of the eyes or skin)
• Mask-like appearance on the face
• Rapid breathing
• Restless muscle movements of the jaw, tongue, neck, and eyes and other facial tics
• Seizure or tremors
• Stiff muscles
• Suicidal thoughts
• Sweating
• Uneven or fast heartbeat

Patients who have discontinued the use of Reglan also commonly suffer from withdrawal symptoms, including dizziness, headache, and nervousness.

A number of serious conditions have been linked to Reglan use. Some of these conditions that could develop following Reglan treatment include:

• Agranulocytosis (failure of the bone marrow to make enough white blood cells)
• Aldosteronism (syndrome of high blood pressure and low blood potassium levels)
• Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS)
• Seizures
• Tachycardia
• Tardive dyskinesia (disorder causing involuntary movements, especially in the lower face)
• Endocrine disturbances
• Liver problems
• Disorders similar to Parkinson’s disease

Reglan has been show to lead to depression and/or suicidal thoughts in patients with a history of depression, as well as those without a history of the condition. Symptoms of depression have ranged from mild to severe.