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Is reglan (metoclopramide) an antacid?

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No: Antacids are buffers that bind to acid in the stomach. They are available over the counter. Reglan (metoclopramide) is Metoclopramide which is a medication that is typically prescribed by a doctor and is used to promote stomach emptying in patients, typically diabetics. Nerve damage to the stomach may lead to gastroparesis in these patients which slows output from the stomach.

Answered 7/20/2018

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Dr. Dennis Higginbotham answered

Specializes in American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

No: It is not an antacid but is does decrease acid production in the stomach.

Answered 2/2/2018

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