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Phenergan Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Nausea and Vomiting. Other than this, Phenergan Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Phenergan Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Phenergan Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Phenergan Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Phenergan Injection has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Phenergan Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Phenergan Injection is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Heart Disease, Asthma are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Phenergan Injection contraindications section.
Additionally, Phenergan Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Phenergan Injection is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Phenergan Injection 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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Is the use of Phenergan Injection safe for pregnant women?
Phenergan can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Phenergan right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Phenergan Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Phenergan can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Phenergan Injection on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Phenergan on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Phenergan Injection on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Phenergan on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Phenergan Injection on the Heart?
Phenergan may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Phenergan Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Phenergan Injection habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Phenergan Injection has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Phenergan Injection you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Phenergan Injection only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Phenergan Injection has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Phenergan Injection
Taking Phenergan Injection with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Phenergan Injection
Taking alcohol with Phenergan Injection can be dangerous.
Yes, Phenergan can be used safely for the treatment of nausea, cold, allergy, etc., for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. However, in some people, it may cause some side effects like drowsiness, dry mouth, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, etc. In the event of a side effect, one must speak to a doctor immediately.
No, the Phenergan 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 Phenergan.
Phenergan is usually not prescribed with metronidazole, however, in some cases, these medicines may be prescribed together and then your doctor may change the dose and dosing schedule of one or both of the medicines.
Yes, Phenergan can cause constipation as it is one of the common side effects. Constipation can be relieved by drinking a lot of water, eating lots of fiber, taking probiotics, exercising regularly or taking an over the counter laxative. Talk to your doctor for managing constipation, should you develop the same.
Citalopram is an antidepressant which interacts with Phenergan causing increased serotonin levels in the blood. This can cause adverse cardiac effects like high blood pressure, an increase in the heart rate and this might lead to shock.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Phenergan (promethazine HCI)