Abstract | BACKGROUND: AIM: This study aimed to assess the feasibility efficacy of metoclopramide in the treatment of patients with intractable hiccups. METHODS: A total of 36 patients with intractable hiccups was randomly assigned to arm A (n = 18) or arm B (n = 18) in a multicentre, double-blind, randomised, controlled pilot study. Participants in arm A received 10-mg metoclopramide thrice daily for 15 days, whereas those assigned to arm B received 10-mg placebo thrice daily for 15 days. The primary outcome measure was total efficacy against hiccups (including cessation and improvement of hiccups). Secondary outcome measures included a comparison of overall efficacy and adverse events between the two arms. RESULTS: Of the 36 patients enrolled, 34 participants completed the study. The total efficacy was higher in arm A than in arm B (relative risk, 2.75; 95% confidence interval: 1.09-6.94, P = 0.03). Furthermore, comparison between the two arms revealed that overall efficacy was higher in arm A than that in arm B (P < 0.05). No serious adverse events related to the treatment were documented in either arm. The most common adverse events occurring in patients in arm A included fatigue, upset mood and dizziness. CONCLUSION:
Metoclopramide appears to be a promising candidate for the treatment of patients with intractable hiccups, with mild adverse events. However, further clinical trials are required to confirm these results.
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Authors | T Wang, D Wang |
Journal | Internal medicine journal
(Intern Med J)
Vol. 44
Issue 12a
Pg. 1205-9
(Dec 2014)
ISSN: 1445-5994 [Electronic] Australia |
PMID | 25069531
(Publication Type: Journal Article, Multicenter Study, Randomized Controlled Trial, Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't)
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Copyright | © 2014 The Authors; Internal Medicine Journal © 2014 Royal Australasian College of Physicians. |
Chemical References |
- Dopamine D2 Receptor Antagonists
- Metoclopramide
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Topics |
- Adult
- Aged
- China
- Dopamine D2 Receptor Antagonists
(administration & dosage, adverse effects, therapeutic use)
- Double-Blind Method
- Drug Administration Schedule
- Female
- Hiccup
(drug therapy, physiopathology, prevention & control)
- Humans
- Male
- Metoclopramide
(administration & dosage, adverse effects, therapeutic use)
- Middle Aged
- Pilot Projects
- Severity of Illness Index
- Treatment Outcome
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