Maxolon
Metoclopramide 10mg tablets, used in the management of nausea, vomiting and gastroparesis. A dopamine antagonist that speeds gastric emptying.
- Category
- Digestive Health
- Active ingredient
- Metoclopramide
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 10mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Maxolon on your behalf.
- Conditions
- Nausea · Vomiting · Gastroparesis
- Therapeutic class
- Antiemetic
- Pharmacological class
- Dopamine Antagonist
- Known off-label uses
- gastroparesis
- Contraindications
- gastrointestinal haemorrhage; phaeochromocytoma; epilepsy
- Minor side effects
- somnolence; diarrhoea; asthenia
- Moderate side effects
- extrapyramidal disorder; galactorrhoea; depression
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Alliance Pharmaceuticals
- Onset Time
- 30–60 minutes
- Duration
- 4–6 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store securely at room temperature.
- Drug interactions
- alcohol; levodopa; cns depressants
- Age restrictions
- Use with caution in paediatric patients and elderly.
Precautions and warnings
not recommended for long-term use due to neurological risks; do not use if pregnant without medical advice
Serious side effects
tardive dyskinesia, requires immediate medical attention; neuroleptic malignant syndrome, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Metoclopramide 10mg tablets, used in the management of nausea, vomiting and gastroparesis. A dopamine antagonist that speeds gastric emptying.
Mechanism of action
This medicine acts as a dopamine antagonist. It facilitates gastric emptying and increases intestinal motility while blocking dopamine receptors in the brain's vomiting centre to prevent nausea.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Restrict use to short-term; consult medical guidance. Breastfeeding: Confirm breastfeeding suitability with a qualified clinician or pharmacist before use.
Maxolon contains metoclopramide, a medication indicated for the relief of nausea, vomiting and gastroparesis. This treatment is supplied as a 10mg tablet. It acts by increasing muscle contractions in the upper digestive tract to help manage specific symptoms of gastric distress and delayed stomach emptying.
Buying Maxolon online
Metoclopramide remains a standard choice for patients managing digestive discomfort throughout the region. Ordering Maxolon online provides a reliable remedy for expats and travellers far from a well-stocked pharmacy, ensuring convenient access when quick relief for symptoms is required.
Is Maxolon from SGMeds the original brand?
No. SGMeds ships a generic with the same active ingredient (metoclopramide) at the same strength, not the original Maxolon made by Alliance Pharmaceuticals. We use the brand name so you can find the medicine, and the generic's manufacturer varies with stock.
How much does Maxolon cost in Singapore?
Maxolon comes in a 10mg strength, in packs of 30 to 360 tablets. Each option's price is shown on this page in Singapore dollars, converted from US dollars, so the exchange rate can change the final amount. Larger packs work out cheaper per tablet.
Payment and prices →What does Maxolon treat?
Maxolon is used for nausea, vomiting and slow stomach emptying (gastroparesis).
Can Maxolon cause side effects?
Yes. The most common side effects of metoclopramide are drowsiness (somnolence), diarrhoea and weakness (asthenia). Less common ones are movement problems (extrapyramidal disorder), breast milk production (galactorrhoea) and depression. Serious side effects include lasting involuntary movements (tardive dyskinesia) and a rare reaction with high fever and stiff muscles (neuroleptic malignant syndrome). Get medical help straight away if you notice one of these serious effects.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Maxolon?
Alcohol can interact with metoclopramide, so ask a doctor or pharmacist whether you can drink while you take Maxolon.
Which medicines interact with Maxolon?
Metoclopramide can interact with levodopa and medicines that cause drowsiness (CNS depressants). Before you start Maxolon, tell your doctor or pharmacist about any medicines, supplements or herbal remedies you take.
How fast does Maxolon work?
Maxolon usually starts to work within 30 to 60 minutes. This varies from person to person.
Which other products on SGMeds contain metoclopramide?
SGMeds also lists Reglan with the same active ingredient.
Can I buy Maxolon over the counter in Singapore?
Yes, online. SGMeds does not ask for a prescription to order Maxolon: we place the order with our pharmacy partner, which prepares it and arranges delivery on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Do you deliver Maxolon to Singapore?
Yes. We deliver to Singapore and Malaysia. Express shipping is tracked and takes up to 1 week, and Regular shipping takes up to 3 weeks.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Maxolon is the originator brand name, made by Alliance Pharmaceuticals. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with Alliance Pharmaceuticals and do not ship the original Maxolon.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Metoclopramide) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- A regulated generic matches the original ingredient for ingredient by legal standard.