This medication may cause a condition known as tardive dyskinesia. In some cases, this condition may be permanent. Tardive dyskinesia is more likely to occur when metoclopramide is used for longer than 3 months, in high doses, or when used in the elderly (especially elderly women). Contact your doctor immediately if you develop any unusual uncontrolled movements (especially of the face, mouth, tongue, arms or legs)....
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Source: Harvard Decision Guide
Prevention Because diabetic neuropathy is caused by abnormally high levels of blood glucose, diabetics can help to prevent this problem by regulating... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
of ComplicationsHigh Blood Pressure and Heart DiseaseAll patients with diabetes and high blood pressure should make lifestyle changes. These include... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
of ComplicationsHigh Blood Pressure and Heart DiseaseAll patients with diabetes and high blood pressure should adopt lifestyle changes. These include... Read more »
Source: Medifocus Guidebook on: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Goals of Treatment of DiabetesThe aim of diabetes care is to maximize quality and length of life by: Providing education and training to manage the... Read more »
Source: Medifocus Guidebook on: Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus
Goals of Treatment of DiabetesThe aim of diabetes care is to maximize quality and length of life by: Providing education and training to manage the... Read more »