Acuvert Tablet

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  • Contains / Salt: Prochlorperazine (5 mg)
  • Storage: Store at room temperature

Acuvert Tablet

9 Tablet in 1 Strip
₹ 58 ₹60 4% OFF Save: ₹2
9 TABLET | 1 Strip
₹ 58 ₹60 4% OFF Save: ₹2
8770 people have bought this recently
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  • Manufactured by: Abbott India Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Prochlorperazine (5 mg)
  • Storage: Store at room temperature

Acuvert Information

Acuvert is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Nausea and Vomiting, Vertigo are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Acuvert has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Acuvert depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Acuvert side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Acuvert are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Acuvert has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Acuvert's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Acuvert can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Acuvert in conditions like Heart Disease. Other contraindications of Acuvert have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Acuvert may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Acuvert, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.



Acuvert Benefits & Uses

Acuvert is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Acuvert Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Nausea and Vomiting
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 4 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Nausea and Vomiting
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 4 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Nausea and Vomiting
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 4 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Nausea and Vomiting
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Acuvert Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Acuvert safe for pregnant women?


    No research has not been done till date on the safety of Acuvert for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.

    Unknown
  • Is the use of Acuvert safe during breastfeeding?


    Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Acuvert. Immediately discontinue Acuvert if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Acuvert on the Kidneys?


    Very few cases of side effects of Acuvert on kidney have been reported.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Acuvert on the Liver?


    Side effects of Acuvert rarely affect the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Acuvert on the Heart?


    Side effects of Acuvert rarely affect the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Acuvert with Other Drugs

Acuvert should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Acuvert Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Acuvert unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Acuvert

  • Is this Acuvert habit forming or addictive?


    Acuvert is not addictive in nature.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    After taking Acuvert, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Acuvert can make you drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Acuvert should be used only after doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    There is no benefit of taking Acuvert for mental disorders.

    No

Acuvert Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Acuvert


    Taking Acuvert with food is safe.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Acuvert


    Consumption of alcohol and Acuvert together may have severe effects on your health.

    Severe


Frequently asked Questions about Acuvert

Question over 5 years ago

Can Acuvert cause dizziness?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Dizziness is a feeling of light-headedness when one might feel unstable and disoriented. Yes, Acuvert may cause dizziness especially when one tries to get up from a lying position. Therefore, one must rest his/her feet firmly on the ground before standing up. 

Question over 5 years ago

Is Acuvert a narcotic?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

No, Acuvert is not a narcotic. It is an anti-emetic belonging to the category of first-generation antipsychotics. Narcotics are the opium and its derivatives such as morphine, codeine and heroin and synthetic drugs such as methadone and pethidine. 

Question over 5 years ago

Can Acuvert be used for the treatment of migraine?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

Migraines are headaches with debilitating pain and are often accompanied by nausea. Yes, Acuvert can be used for the treatment of a migraine. However, you must check with your doctor first before taking the Acuvert for treating your migraine.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Acuvert work?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Acuvert is a potent antiemetic drug that blocks 5-HT receptors, dopamine and muscarinic acetylcholine in the chemoreceptor trigger zone.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take ibuprofen with Acuvert?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, you can take ibuprofen with Acuvert as there are no records of any drug interactions. However, please consult your doctor before you take Acuvert with ibuprofen.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Prochlorperazine edisylate

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 168,177,178



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