Ultramet

For the temporary relief of nasal decongestiom due to the commomn cold, hay fever or other upper respiratpry allergies. Temporarily relieves nasal stuffiness. Decongests nasal passages: shrinks swollen membranes. Temporarily restores freer breathing through the nose. Helps decongest sinus openings and passages; temporarily relieves sinus congestion and pressure. Promotes nasal and/or sinus drainage. temporarily relieves sinus congestion and pressure.

Adults and children 12 years of age and older: 1 bottle every 4-6 hours. Do not exceed 4 bottles in 24 hours. Children under 12: Do not use

Metoclopramide blocks dopamine receptors and in higher doses, it also blocks serotonin receptors in chemoreceptor trigger zone of the CNS. It enhances the response to acetylcholine of tissue in upper GI tract causing enhanced motility and accelerated gastric emptying w/o stimulating gastric, biliary, or pancreatic secretions. It also increases lower esophageal sphincter tone.

Most common adverse reactions (≥5%) are: dysgeusia, headache, and fatigue.

Metoclopramide is contraindicated: In patients with a history of tardive dyskinesia (TD) or a dystonic reaction to metoclopramide. When stimulation of gastrointestinal motility might be dangerous (e.g., in the presence of gastrointestinal hemorrhage, mechanical obstruction, or perforation). In patients with pheochromocytoma or other catecholamine-releasing paragangliomas. Reglan may cause a hypertensive/pheochromocytoma crisis, probably due to release of catecholamines from the tumor. In patients with epilepsy. Reglan may increase the frequency and severity of seizures. In patients with hypersensitivity to metoclopramide. Reactions have included laryngeal and glossal angioedema and bronchospasm.

Do not exceed recommended dosage. If dizziness or sleeplessness occur, symptoms do not improve or are accompanied by a fever-consult a doctor. Do not exceed recommended dosage. If dizziness or sleeplessness occur, consult a doctor. Drug interaction Precaution: Do not use this product if you are now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (Certain drugs for depression, psychiatric, or emotional conditions, or Parkinson's disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you are uncertain whether your prescription drug contains an MAOI, consult a health professional before using this product.