Octamide Pfs Inj

Octamide Pfs Inj Uses

This medication is used to treat certain conditions of the stomach and intestines. Metoclopramide is used in diabetic patients who have trouble emptying their stomachs (gastroparesis). Treating gastroparesis can decrease symptoms of nausea, vomiting, and stomach/abdominal fullness. Metoclopramide injection is also used to help prevent nausea/vomiting from cancer medications and after surgery. It may also be used with other medications to help empty the stomach of a certain medication taken by mouth (barium) used in taking X-rays of the stomach/intestines.

How To Use Octamide Pfs Inj

This medication is usually given in the hospital by a health care professional into a muscle or vein. It may be given either as a single injection or every 2 to 8 hours, or exactly as prescribed by your doctor. If given into a vein, it must be given slowly over 1 to 2 minutes, or longer for higher doses. Learn the proper way to mix and give this medication according to the manufacturer's instructions. If mixed, this medication should be diluted only in sodium chloride for injection (normal saline). Before giving this medication, inspect it visually for particles or discoloration. If either is present, do not use the liquid.

Dosage and length of treatment is based on your medical condition and response to treatment.

This medication is given regularly to get the most benefit from it.

Immediately tell your doctor if your condition persists or worsens while receiving this medication.

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