Prochlorperazine
Information about Prochlorperazine
Prochlorperazine Uses
How Prochlorperazine works
Prochlorperazine is a dopamine antagonist. Dopamine controls the region in the brain that causes nausea and vomiting and this medicine blocks the action of dopamine. Therefore, Prochlorperazine shows an antiemetic action. Prochlorperazine suppresses the vestibular apparatus in the inner ear and stops vertigo. The mechanism of action by which neuroleptics like prochlorperazine relieve headache is probably related to the dopamine D2 receptor antagonist. It has an antipsychotic effect by blocking the action of dopamine, which also affects thoughts and mood. So, it also helps to relieve short-term anxiety as well.
Common side effects of Prochlorperazine
Dystonia (involuntary muscle contractions), Akathisia (inability to stay still), Parkinsonism, Tardive dyskinesia, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Agitation, Convulsion
Available Medicine for Prochlorperazine
StemetilAbbott
₹24 to ₹1722 variant(s)
EmidoxynShreya Life Sciences Pvt Ltd
₹23 to ₹982 variant(s)
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₹73 to ₹1342 variant(s)
ResvomUnimarck Healthcare Ltd
₹40 to ₹652 variant(s)
WestelKey West Medicines Pvt Ltd
₹241 variant(s)
VomirapLeeford Healthcare Ltd
₹351 variant(s)
PharmazinA N Pharmacia
₹39 to ₹432 variant(s)
ProchlorHema Laboratories
₹19 to ₹512 variant(s)
NausetilIntas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹14 to ₹223 variant(s)
MaxinThrift Pharmaceuticals
₹15 to ₹642 variant(s)
Expert advice for Prochlorperazine
- Prochlorperazine is used for the prevention and treatment of nausea and vomiting.
- It may also be used to treat dizziness associated with problems of the inner ear such as Meniere’s Syndrome.
- It may cause sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Prochlorperazine as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
- It makes you more likely to get heatstroke. Avoid heavy exercising and drink plenty of fluids.
- It can cause your skin to be more sensitive to sunlight. Avoid exposure to direct sunlight while having this medicine.