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Prochlorperazine 5mg
Prochlorperazine 5mg tablets are an anti sickness medicine used to treat nausea and vomiting. This is as an oral tablet and is generally taken up to three times a day when required. Whilst the mode of action isn’t fully known, prochlorperazine helps alleviate the feeling of nausea associated with general sickness or migraine.
- Treats nausea and vomiting associated with migraine
- Controls the nauseous feeling of migraine
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Prochlorperazine 5mg tablets are an anti-sickness medication used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting.
You can also take Prochlorperazine to treat vertigo (balance problems or dizziness).
We prescribe Prochlorperazine 5mg, with each pack containing 28 prochlorperazine tablets. Not quite sure what you need? Speak with one of our qualified experts.
When to use Prochlorperazine Tablets
You should take Prochlorperazine tablets when you experience the following symptoms, including:
- Nausea and Vomiting: Caused by migraines, chemotherapy and anaesthesia.
- Vertigo: The condition causes dizziness and spinning sensations, but Prochlorperazine can reduce your symptoms.
- Anxiety: While not a first-line treatment for anxiety, Prochlorperazine can be beneficial in some cases.
Age restrictions For Prochlorperazine Tablets 5mg
The licence allows use in children only in specific cases, when a doctor decides it is necessary.
How to use Prochlorperazine 5mg tablets?
When using the medication, following your doctor's instructions is essential. Always swallow the tablets with a full glass of water.
It's important to follow your doctor's instructions when stopping the medicine, as it can cause withdrawal symptoms.
Who should avoid using Prochlorperazine tablets?
If any of the following applies, you should avoid using Prochlorperazine and other phenothiazine medications:
- You have a severe liver condition or kidney disease.
- You have Parkinson's disease.
- You have an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
- You have heart failure.
- You have a tumour on your adrenal gland called phaeochromocytoma.
- You have a type of muscle weakness called myasthenia gravis.
- You have an enlarged prostate gland.
- You have ever had a low number of white blood cells (agranulocytosis).
- Prochlorperazine can cause reductions in your blood pressure.
- If you suffer from glaucoma, the medication can increase your symptoms.
- You're taking medications that can interact with Prochlorperazine, including medicines that prolong the QT interval (a heart rhythm effect), blood pressure medicines, lithium, levodopa, desferrioxamine, medicines that affect the bone marrow, sedatives, antipsychotics, and antidepressants.
Precautions for Prochlorperazine Tablets 5mg
If you have any sensitivities or allergies to the ingredients, you should avoid using Prochlorperazine.
If you have epilepsy or have ever had fits (seizures), tell your doctor before taking Prochlorperazine, as it can make fits more likely and you will need close monitoring.
Prochlorperazine can affect your heart rhythm (QT prolongation). Tell your doctor if you have heart problems, a family history of heart problems, or low levels of potassium, calcium or magnesium in your blood. Your doctor may arrange tests such as an ECG before and during treatment.
Ingredients Of Prochlorperazine Tablets 5mg
The active ingredient is Prochlorperazine maleate, but some medication brands may also contain other ingredients, including maize starch, sucrose, and lactose monohydrate.
Side Effects Of Prochlorperazine Tablets 5mg
There is always a general risk of side effects with all medications, including prochlorperazine. Some of these can be quite mild and can subside over time. Others are more serious and should be reported to your GP right away if you experience any side effects.
Please contact a member of our team if you are concerned about any potential side effects that may occur when taking prochlorperazine.
Common side effects of prochlorperazine may include:
- Stuffy nose
- Feeling sleepy
- Insomnia
- Dizziness
- Anxiety
- Dry mouth
- Blurred vision
Should you begin to develop random uncontrolled movements, or jerking movements, sudden high temperature, sore breasts (both men and women), yellowing skin or eyes, or irregular heartbeat, you should stop taking prochlorperazine immediately and seek medical attention.
How does prochlorperazine 5mg tablets alleviate nausea and vomiting?
Prochlorperazine belongs to a group of medicines known as phenothiazines. Phenothiazines are thought to work by blocking the chemical dopamine from working in the brain. By preventing dopamine from working, it stops messages being transmitted to the 'vomiting centre' of the brain e.g. the part of the brain that controls feeling sick.
Can Prochlorperazine 5mg be used to treat migraines?
It depends on the types of migraines you experience. While the medication can reduce the symptoms of nausea, it won't relieve the pain associated with migraines. You'll need to speak to a healthcare professional for migraine relief.
How long does 5mg of Prochlorperazine take to work?
In most cases, Prochlorperazine begins to work within one hour of taking it. However, if you're taking it for vertigo, Prochlorperazine might take a few days to provide relief.
How to take prochlorperazine 5mg tablets
Dosages for this medicine are patient specific, so do what your doctor tells you and follow the directions on the label.
Is Prochlorperazine 5mg safe to take during pregnancy?
Do not take Prochlorperazine if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, or if you are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed. Newborn babies whose mothers took it in the last three months of pregnancy may have shaking, muscle stiffness or weakness, sleepiness, agitation, breathing problems or difficulty feeding. Please seek medical advice and ask about anti-nausea medicine that's suitable to take during pregnancy.
What if I forget a dose?
If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember unless it is nearly time for your next dose, in which case leave out the missed dose.
Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed dose.
Who can't take this anti sickness medicine?
If you have a family history of, or you've ever suffered from an allergic reaction to this medicine, other anti sickness medicines, or other medicines in general, consult with a healthcare professional before you take this medicine.
If you suffer with age related liver problems, kidney problems, or heart problems which might cause drug interactions, consult with a healthcare professional before you take this medicine.
This medicine is likely unsuitable for you if you suffer with:
- An allergy to prochlorperazine or other phenothiazine medicines such as chlorpromazine
- Have neuroleptic malignant syndrome
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you or someone in your family has a history of blood clots, as medicines like this have been associated with blood clots.
Are there drug interactions I should be aware of?
Before you take prochlorperazine 5mg tablets and if you are taking any other medicines, please read the patient information leaflet which lists all the medicines that you can not take in conjunction with prochlorperazine 5mg tablets. If you are taking any of the medicines listed, your doctor may decide to treat you with a different anti sickness medicine.
Are there any food or drink restrictions while taking Prochlorperazine?
As with most anti-nausea medicines, you should avoid using alcohol while using Prochlorperazine, as it can cause side effects like dizziness and drowsiness.
Can Prochlorperazine 5mg be taken with other medications?
Prochlorperazine can interact with other medications, so it's important to inform your doctor if you're taking any supplements and over-the-counter medicines.
How long can I safely take Prochlorperazine 5mg?
It depends on what you're taking the medication for. A healthcare professional will advise how long to take Prochlorperazine based on how you respond to the treatment.
Can I drink alcohol while taking this medicine?
If you drink alcohol, ask a member of our team for advice about drinking while you are on prochlorperazine. In some cases, drinking alcohol will increase the chance that you experience side-effects, as well as affect your central nervous system.
Is Prochlorperazine 5mg effective for motion sickness?
Prochlorperazine can be effective in preventing and treating motion sickness. However, its potential side effects make it best as an ad hoc treatment.
Can Prochlorperazine 5mg cause drowsiness or dizziness?
When you initially start taking Prochlorperazine, it can cause dizziness and drowsiness. Please avoid operating machinery and driving until your body gets used to the medicine.
Will I become addicted to prochlorperazine 5mg tablets?
While you're unlikely to become addicted to the medicine, if you have been taking prochlorperazine for a while, if can cause unwanted side effects and cause withdrawal symptoms such nausea and trouble sleeping.
How should I store Prochlorperazine 5mg tablets?
Please store Prochlorperazine tablets at room temperature, away from light and moisture. It's also essential to keep them away from pets and children.
What happens if I take too much Prochlorperazine?
Overdosing on Prochlorperazine can cause severe side effects, including seizures, comas and - in worst-case scenarios - even death. Please seek medical support immediately if you or a loved one takes too much.
Is Prochlorperazine 5mg available over the counter?
No, you can only get Prochlorperazine on prescription. Please arrange a professional consultation with an online pharmacy or see your GP.
Can children take Prochlorperazine 5mg?
Only in specific cases, when a doctor decides it is necessary.
Prochlorperazine Tablets 5mg Patient Information Leaflets
Before taking Prochlorperazine or any medicines, whether over-the-counter or prescription-only, it is essential to always read the patient information leaflet. If you have any questions, please contact our registered pharmacists for advice.
