Metoclopramide
Uses
Metoclopramide is used in the treatment of heartburn, gastroparesis, nausea and vomitting.
How it Works
Metoclopramide works by blocking a natural substance in the body called dopamine. Dopamine works to speeds up movements in the stomach and intestines therefore by inhibiting this production of dopamine, the intestines and stomach are able to recover more effectively.Metoclopramide also stimulates the release of acetylcholine, which is a chemical messenger that can increase the motility of the intestine.
Common Side effects
Patients who take Metoclopramide may suffer from such side effects;
Diarrhoea,
Drowsiness,
Insomnia,
Anxiety,
Tiredness,
Headaches,
Agitation,
Restlessness,
Parkinsons
Paracetamol
Uses
Paracetamol is used in the treatment of reducing fever, and relieving pain such as headache, pain during menstruation, arthralgia, myalgia, dental pain and post operative pain.
How it Works
Paracetamol inhibits and blocks the production of pain and inflammation-causing chemicals called prostaglandins. Prostaglandins are found throughout the body, but paracetamol mainly works on those in the brain that are responsible for pain and fever.
Common Side effects
Patients who take Paracetamol may suffer from such side effects;
Allergic reaction,
Liver damage,
Diarrhoea
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