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Promethazine
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Pronounced: (proe-METH-a-zeen)
Other Names: None Listed
Catagory: Phenothiazines |
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Drug InformationThis medicine is used to prevent nausea and vomiting. It may also be used for allergy symptoms or motion sickness.
Mechanism:
This stops sneezing, swelling and itchy by blocking histamine. Histamine is released in the body when encountered by allergens.
More Info:
For more information about this medicine, talk to your healthcare provider.
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Side Effectsdifficulty urinating
Precautions:
This medicine may cause drowsiness.
Preganant:
This medicine should be taken during pregnancy only when clearly needed. Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits when using this medicine during pregnancy. This medicine may be excreted in breast milk. Nursing mothers are advised to talk to their doctors before breast-feeding.
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Dosage InformationThis medicine is taken orally and may be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. For prevention of motion sickness, take medication 30 to 60 minutes before travel.
Missed Dosage:
Take your next dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double doses.
Storage:
Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom). Throw away any medication that is outdated or no longer needed.
Overdose:
Seek medical attention immediately. For non emergencies, contact your local or regional poison control center at 1-800-222-1222.
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