Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Regan (A.N.Pharmacia) belongs to the class of compounds known as phenothiazines. It has antihistaminic, antiemetic and sedative properties. Regan (A.N.Pharmacia) is indicated to be used for allergic rhinitis, allergic conjunctivitis, allergic responses of the body to blood and plasma products. In combination with other drugs, the Regan (A.N.Pharmacia) is used for treating the symptoms of common cold like sneezing, runny nose and coughing. In some cases, this drug is also used to sedate patients before labor and surgical procedures. It is also used to treat motion sickness, nausea, and vomiting. 

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, the Regan (A.N.Pharmacia) is not safe to be used in babies who are younger than 2 years. This is because the [medicine] may cause respiratory depression in young infants. As a parent, one must avoid to self-medicate them. It is best to speak to their pediatrician regarding the use of Regan (A.N.Pharmacia).

Dr. Prakash kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Regan (A.N.Pharmacia) can cause convulsions or seizures. It is one of the rare side effects of Regan (A.N.Pharmacia). Talk to your doctor immediately when you experience this side effect.

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

No, Regan (A.N.Pharmacia) is not a narcotic. It belongs to the class of drugs known as antihistamines with an anticholinergic, antiemetic and sedative effects. Sometimes, Regan (A.N.Pharmacia) is available in combination with codeine which is a narcotic, that acts on the central nervous system to relieve pain. 

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Most antipsychotics cause weight gain and Regan (A.N.Pharmacia) is also one of the drugs that cause the same. Regan (A.N.Pharmacia) induces sleep and causes lethargy in patients due to which the physical activity gets reduced, leading to weight gain. Since weight loss is difficult for most people, emphasis should be paid on preventing weight gain using lifestyle modifications comprising a change of diet and the addition of physical activity in routine.