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Metoclopramide (International)

Note: In some countries, this medicine may only be approved for veterinary use.

In the US, Metoclopramide (metoclopramide systemic) is a member of the following drug classes: GI stimulants, miscellaneous antiemetics and is used to treat Gastroparesis, GERD, Lactation Augmentation, Migraine, Nausea/Vomiting, Nausea/Vomiting - Chemotherapy Induced, Nausea/Vomiting - Postoperative, Radiographic Exam and Small Intestine Intubation.

US matches:

Scheme

Rec.INN

ATC (Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical Classification)

A03FA01

CAS registry number (Chemical Abstracts Service)

0000364-62-5

Chemical Formula

C14-H22-Cl-N3-O2

Molecular Weight

300

Therapeutic Categories

Antiemetic agent

Peristaltic stimulant

Chemical Name

4-Amino-5-chloro-N-[2-(dietylamino)etyl]-2-metoxybenzamide (WHO)

Foreign Names

Generic Names

Brand Names

Glossary

TermDefinition
BANBritish Approved Name
BANMBritish Approved Name (Modified)
DCFDénomination Commune Française
DCITDenominazione Comune Italiana
ISInofficial Synonym
JANJapanese Accepted Name
OSOfficial Synonym
PHPharmacopoeia Name
Rec.INNRecommended International Nonproprietary Name (World Health Organization)
USANUnited States Adopted Name
WHOWorld Health Organization

Further information on drug naming conventions: International Nonproprietary Names.

Further information

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