Antiemetic (anti-vomiting drug) and gut motility agent
Last reviewed July 2026
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Metoclopramide is a drug that helps stop nausea and vomiting by speeding up the movement of food through your stomach and gut, and by blocking the part of your brain that triggers the urge to vomit.
Blocks dopamine (D2) receptors in the chemoreceptor trigger zone and enhances acetylcholine effects at gastric smooth muscle, thereby suppressing nausea and vomiting while increasing gastric motility and gastric emptying.
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You need a doctor's prescription to buy this drug.
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If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. But if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one and continue as normal. Do not take two doses at once to make up for it.
Do not use metoclopramide for more than 5 days without a doctor's guidance, as long-term use can cause permanent involuntary movements. Buy only from licensed pharmacies, not roadside vendors, to avoid fake products. If you feel unusual muscle twitching or stiffness, stop the drug and see a doctor immediately.
Avoid drinking alcohol while taking metoclopramide as it increases drowsiness. It can reduce the effect of digoxin (a heart medicine) and may increase the side effects of drugs that also cause drowsiness, such as some antihistamines and sedatives.
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Is it safe to take Metoclopramide with your other drugs?
Metoclopramide should only be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding if your doctor says it is necessary, as it can pass into breast milk.
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat. Nigerian weather can be very hot, so avoid leaving it in your car or near a window. Keep the medicine tightly closed and far away from children.
For information only: not medical advice. Always talk to a doctor or pharmacist before changing your medication.
Names this drug is sold under, especially in Nigerian and West African pharmacies
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Counterfeit Drug Warning
Fake drugs are a serious problem in Nigeria. Always buy from a registered pharmacy. If the packaging looks different from what is described above, do not use it.