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Promethazine
Latest prescription information about Promethazine. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Promethazine
Pronunciation : proe meth' a zeen
Therapeutic Classification : antihistamines and decongestants
Trade Name(s):
India- Avomine, Avomine-Md, Ceedokid, Ceedokid P, Cofev-P, Crophen, Crophen Mi, Emin, Emispan, Emispan Pl, Emispan H, Fevomax, Histazine, Kelvin Plu, Kelvin-P, Normagan, Paratel Pl, Phena, Phenerga, Phenzee, Primozyn, Primozyn-P, Procos-Plu, Progene-25, Promasun, Promax, Propara, Prophen, Pyricare-P, Strike Symol-Plus, Tixylix, Tox Exp, Tutu, Tyle-P, Zymol Syr. International- Phenergan, Promacot, Promethegan. This medication is an antihistamine and antiemetic, prescribed for allergic conditions, prevention of motion sickness, and to control nausea and vomiting during and after surgery. When it is not to be taken (Contraindications):
When it is to be taken : Allergy- The average oral dose is 25 mg taken before retiring; however, 12.5 mg may be taken before meals and on retiring, if necessary. Motion Sickness- The average adult dose is 25 mg taken twice daily. The initial dose should be taken one-half to one hour before anticipated travel and be repeated 8 to 12 hours later, if necessary. Nausea and Vomiting- Adults- The recommended dosage is 25 mg. How it should be taken : It comes as a tablet, capsule, liquid to take by mouth, with or without food. It also comes as rectal suppositories, to insert through the rectum. Special Instruction : * Caution should be exercised in patients with history of nervous system problems, bone marrow depression, heart problems, blood disease, increased eye pressure, low blood pressure, liver disease, ulcers, urinary obstruction, enlarged prostate, Parkinson disease, seizures, Reye syndrome, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. * It may cause drowsiness, dizziness, or blurred vision, do not drive a car operate machinery while taking this medication. * Avoid alcohol consumption. * Patient may develop with increased risk of tissue injury, seizures and Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS); if it is so consult with your doctor. Side Effects : Central Nervous System - Drowsiness, blurred vision, dizziness, confusion, disorientation, weakness, ringing in the ear, incoordination, fatigue, emotion, nervousness, double vision, sleeplessness, tremors, convulsive seizures, excitement and hallucinations. Heart - Increased or decreased blood pressure, fast/slow heart rate and faintness. Skin - Skin inflammation, sensitivity to light and hives. Blood - Bruising, decrease in white blood cells and platelets. Gastrointestinal - Dry mouth, nausea, vomiting and jaundice. Respiratory - Asthma, nasal stuffiness and respiratory depression. * It may affect blood sugar level; monitor sugar level regularly. Storage Conditions : Store it at controlled room temperature (20º to 25ºC). |
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