Prochlorperazine is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Prochlorperazine depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Prochlorperazine is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Prochlorperazine is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Prochlorperazine safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Prochlorperazine will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Prochlorperazine safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Prochlorperazine. Immediately discontinue Prochlorperazine if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Prochlorperazine on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Prochlorperazine on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Prochlorperazine on the Liver?
Prochlorperazine has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Prochlorperazine on the Heart?
Prochlorperazine may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Prochlorperazine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Prochlorperazine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Prochlorperazine habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Prochlorperazine has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Prochlorperazine can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Prochlorperazine is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Prochlorperazine cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Prochlorperazine
Taking Prochlorperazine with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Prochlorperazine
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Prochlorperazine as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, one of the side effects of Prochlorperazine is weight gain. Therefore, while you are taking this Prochlorperazine, be watchful of your weight. Weight can be maintained by keeping a track on the calorie intake and indulging in some kind of physical activity, for at least 30 minutes a day.
Yes, you can take paracetamol with Prochlorperazine as there are no records of any drug interactions. However, please consult your doctor before you take Prochlorperazine with paracetamol.
Yes, Prochlorperazine can cause Parkinson's symptoms, therefore, it should not be used in people already struggling with Parkinson's as the drug may exacerbate the symptoms. Parkinson's disease is a progressive nervous disorder affecting the movements. It causes tremors, muscle rigidity, changes in speech and gait. You must speak to your doctor if you experience any of these symptoms.
Yes, you can take ibuprofen with Prochlorperazine as there are no records of any drug interactions. However, please consult your doctor before you take Prochlorperazine with ibuprofen.
No, patients with the bone marrow symptoms should not be given Prochlorperazine because they might develop hypersensitivity.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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