Prochlorperazine

• Prochlorperazine is used for the treatment of nausea, vomiting, post operative vomiting & migraine induced vomiting.

When should one not use Prochlorperazine

Common side effects of this drug are:

• Drowsiness
• Dizziness
• Amenorrhea
• Blurred vision
• Skin rash
• Dry mouth

Other General Warnings

• You have heart problems or a history of heart disorders.
• You have thyroid, liver, or kidney problems.
• You have a tumor of the adrenal glands or a prostate problem.
• You have fits or are suffering from Parkinson's disease.
• You have low blood levels of calcium, potassium, and magnesium.
• You have a history of alcohol consumption.
• You have a stroke, low mood, blood clot disorder, diabetes, etc.
• You are an elderly patient. Prochlorperazine may increase sensitivity to sunlight.
• You should avoid exposure to direct sunlight while taking this medicine.

How Does It Work?

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way Prochlorperazine works, or Prochlorperazine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
• Especially if you are taking medicines to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, high/abnormal cholesterol levels, blood thinners, anti-infectives, anti-diabetics, anti-asthmatics, pain killers, antiparkinson, immunomodulatory medicines or medicines for the brain-related disorder.
• Medicines used for irritable bowel syndrome, asthma (anticholinergic medicines) may reduce the effectivity leading to constipation or heart stroke.

Overdose

• If you take more Prochlorperazine than you should, immediately contact your doctor as taking too much. Prochlorperazine may cause symptoms such as feeling sleepy or dizzy, increased or rapid heartbeat, feeling very cold and confused, feeling restless, stiffness or shaking. You may lose consciousness.

Missed a Dose