| Brand Name | Compazine |
| Generic Name | Prochlorperazine |
| Drug Class | Phenothiazine Antiemetic |
| Availability | Prescription |
| Manufacturer | Baxter International |
| Indications | Nausea, vomiting, anxiety |
| Type | Tablet, Injection |
| Doses | 5-10 mg 3-4 times daily |
| Route | Oral, Intramuscular |
| Side Effects | Drowsiness, dizziness, dry mouth |
| Interactions | CNS depressants, anticholinergics |
| Overdose | Seek emergency help for severe drowsiness |
| Missed Dose | Skip missed dose; do not double up |
| Contraindications | Coma, severe CNS depression |
| Alternatives | Ondansetron, Promethazine |
| Co-Pay Assistance Program | Available |
| Patient Assistance Program | Available |
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Prochlorperazine is also used in the event that the patients have been experiencing nausea and vomiting particularly when receiving the chemotherapy therapy and also to contain symptoms of psychotic and anxiety.
Prochlorperazine influences the dopamine receptors of the brain and, therefore, agitation, vomiting, and nausea are suppressed.
Its side effects are normal side effects that entail drowsiness, dizziness, dry mouth and blurred vision.
Yes, Prochlorperazine can be taken with or without food.
Prochlorperazine use should be avoided in cases of pregnancy unless it is necessary. In the case of the pregnant woman, should not be taken without the approval of your physician.
Should you forget to take a dose, then you must take it as soon as you recollect taking it, but not nearly the same time you would otherwise have taken it. Do not take two doses at once.
Prochlorperazine is administered to help in the eradication of nausea and vomiting between 30 to 60 minutes upon taking the medication.
Prochlorperazine is also short term in the treatment of nausea and vomiting. To manage the effects of the side effects, a healthcare provider would be required to keep track of the usage of the long-term administration.
The prochlorperazine is however interactive with the other central nervous system affecting drugs such as other antipsychotics and tranquilizers.
Immediately consult the physician in case of serious side effects (e.g. to lose control of the movements of the muscles, is no longer able to breathe).
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