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Drug profile · INN

metoclopramide

metoclopramide (APO-METOCLOPRAMIDE) is a dopamine d2 receptor antagonist. Associated with Alphapharm Pty Ltd.

TGA: approved NMPA: clinical trials
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Pipeline programs 4
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Drug details — metoclopramide

Quick answer

metoclopramide (APO-METOCLOPRAMIDE) is a dopamine d2 receptor antagonist. Associated with Alphapharm Pty Ltd.

Key facts

INN metoclopramide
Brand APO-METOCLOPRAMIDE
Mechanism Dopamine D2 receptor antagonist

Mechanism of action

Dopamine D2 receptor antagonist

Approval history

Authority Status Date
TGA approved
NMPA clinical trials

Pipeline programs

  1. INTENSIFY MDD Phase 3 · Disc Medicine · Major depressive disorder
  2. desipramine Phase 3 · Ultragenyx UK · Pain
  3. Desipramine Phase 2 · BRIGHT MINDS BIOSCIENCES · Cocaine-Related Disorders
  4. Desipramine Approved · BRIGHT MINDS BIOSCIENCES · Substance-Related Disorders

Frequently asked questions

What is metoclopramide?

metoclopramide (APO-METOCLOPRAMIDE) is a dopamine d2 receptor antagonist. Associated with Alphapharm Pty Ltd.

What is the brand name for metoclopramide?

APO-METOCLOPRAMIDE is a marketed brand name for metoclopramide. Check FDA Drugs@FDA for the current US label holder and prescribing information.