Prochlorperazine

Dosage Forms Available

• Prochlorperazine is available for oral consumption (tablets and syrup) and administered intramuscularly or intravenously (injection).

Age and Dose Restrictions

• This medicine is meant for adults and children above two years of age.

Contraindications

• This medicine is contraindicated in patients with known allergies to Prochlorperazine or other phenothiazines. It is also contraindicated in patients with severe central nervous system depression, bone marrow depression, or coma.

Other Medications to Avoid

• Prochlorperazine may interact with antipsychotics (such as risperidone and haloperidol), anticholinergic agents (such as atropine and scopolamine) and anti-hypertensives (such as nifedipine and metoprolol).

Overdose and Missed Dose

• An overdose of this medication may cause symptoms like drowsiness, irregular heartbeat and fainting. In case of a suspected overdose, seek immediate medical attention.

• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule. Do not double your dose to make up for a missed one.

Management of Side Effects

Most side effects are temporary and generally harmless and resolve after discontinuing this medicine. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening of any of the symptoms, please consult your doctor.

• Dizziness or light-headedness can be managed by getting up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.

• Dry mouth can be managed by staying hydrated and chewing sugar-free gum.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• Prochlorperazine may cause drowsiness or dizziness, affecting your ability to drive or operate machinery. It is advisable to avoid such activities until you know how this medication affects you.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy and breastfeeding unless recommended by your doctor. Consult your doctor before using this medicine during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Patients with liver disease or heart disease should exercise caution when taking this medicine.

• It should also be used with caution in patients with a history of seizures or those with an enlarged prostate or urinary retention problems.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• Drinking plenty of fluids can help manage constipation, a possible side effect of Prochlorperazine.

• Regular sleep patterns can help manage dizziness and drowsiness caused by this medication.