Phenergan 10mg

WHAT IS THIS MEDICATION FOR?

Phenergan 10mg is an antihistamine and antiemetic medication, prescribed for allergic conditions, prevention of motion sickness, and to control nausea and vomiting during and after surgery. It controls nausea and vomiting by changing the actions of chemicals in brain.

HOW DOES IT WORK?

Promethazine lowers or stops the bodys reaction to the allergen. It affects the throwing up (vomiting) center in the brain. It calms the brain.

HOW TO USE?

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.

SIDE EFFECTS:

Feeling lightheaded, sleepy, Blurred eyesight, or a change in thinking clearly. Avoid driving and doing other tasks or actions that call for you to be alert or have clear eyesight until you see how this drug affects you. Feeling dizzy. Constipation. Dry mouth.

WHAT TO DO IF I MISS A DOSE?

Take a missed dose as soon as you think about it. If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time. Many times this drug is taken on an as needed basis.

PRECAUTIONS:

Do not give this drug to a child younger than 2 years of age. If you have an allergy to promethazine or any other part of this drug. Make sure to tell about the allergy and what signs you had including rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs. If you have any of these health problems: Asthma or lung disease.

WHEN DO I NEED TO SEEK MEDICAL HELP?

If you think there was an overdose, call your local poison control center or ER right away. Signs of a very bad reaction to the drug include wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue or gray skin color; seizures; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat. Trouble breathing. A fast heartbeat. Pain where the shot was given. Change in thinking clearly and with logic. Very bad dizziness or passing out. Shakiness, trouble moving around, or stiffness. Feeling very tired or weak. Not able to pass urine. Any rash. Side effect or health problem is not better or you are feeling worse.

CAN I TAKE IT WITH OTHER MEDICINES?

Sometimes drugs are not safe when you take them with certain other drugs and food. Taking them together can cause bad side effects. Be sure to talk to your doctor about all the drugs you take.

FOOD RESTRICTIONS:

Avoid Alcohol.

HOW TO STORE?

Store in a cool, dry place away from the reach of children. Medicines must not be used past the expiry date.

PREGNANCY CATEGORY:

Category C: Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks.

THERAPEUTIC CLASSIFICATION:

Antivertigo Drugs, Antihistamines & Antiallergics, Antiemetics.