Metoclopramide — Nutrient Associations & Health Patterns
Also known as: Metoclopramide hydrochloride (Reglan)
Drug Class: GI motility agent
Metoclopramide is a GI motility agent that may affect nutrient status or medication timing in some contexts. WePattern Pattern Health Intelligence maps evidence-qualified nutrient associations, side effects, and interaction context linked to Metoclopramide.
Reported Nutrient Associations for Metoclopramide
Peer-reviewed research reports relationships involving the following nutrients. WePattern surfaces them as evidence-qualified associations; they do not establish deficiency, causation, or a fixed timeline for an individual.
- Vitamin B12
- Iron
- Folate
Common Side Effects of Metoclopramide
- Restlessness
- Drowsiness
- Fatigue
- Dizziness
- Tardive dyskinesia
- Depression
- Headache
Key Drug Interactions — Metoclopramide
Metoclopramide has 9 documented drug-drug interactions in WePattern's Pattern Health Intelligence database. Key interactions include:
- MAO inhibitors
- Levodopa
- Antipsychotics
- SSRIs
- CNS depressants
- Opioids
Frequently Asked Questions
What nutrient associations are reported for Metoclopramide?
Metoclopramide has reported nutrient associations involving Vitamin B12, Iron, Folate in clinical research. This does not establish that every person will become deficient or that the medication caused an individual result.
Which nutrient relationships are mapped for Metoclopramide?
WePattern maps reported associations involving: Vitamin B12, Iron, Folate. The strength, mechanism, dose, duration, and clinical relevance vary, so a clinician or pharmacist should interpret them in context.
What are the side effects of Metoclopramide?
Common side effects associated with Metoclopramide include: Restlessness; Drowsiness; Fatigue; Dizziness; Tardive dyskinesia.