Prochlorperazine Maleate I.P. – 5mg. Excipients – q.s.

Brand Name : PRODAC

Composition : Prochlorperazine Maleate I.P. – 5mg. Excipients – q.s.

Packing : (10 x 10)

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Description : Prochlorperazine Maleate Tablets – Prochlorperazine Maleate is known as an anti-sickness medicine and is used to treat vomiting, nausea, migraines, schizophrenia, short-term anxiety, and vertigo. The medication belongs to a class of antipsychotic medications called phenothiazines and is used to treat severe nausea and vomiting. Nausea and vomiting are severe symptoms of conditions like motion sickness, infections, gastroparesis, and morning sickness in pregnancy. Prochlorperazine Maleate tablets are also used to treat non-psychotic anxiety, mental conditions, and nervous conditions. The medication is not recommended for the use of younger children or those going through surgery. The direction and duration of the medicine will depend on your medical condition.

How do Prochlorperazine Maleate Tablets Work?

Prochlorperazine is known as a dopamine antagonist. Dopamine is responsible for controlling certain regions of the brain that cause nausea and vomiting. This medicine helps block the action of dopamine. Other than this, the medicine also helps provide a calming effect on people suffering from mental disorders such as anxiety. Prochlorperazine Maleate medicine helps control the psychotic symptoms of schizophrenia. The medication also affects thoughts and mood, which leads to short-term relief from anxiety. Prochlorperazine Maleate tablets should be used with caution in elderly patients. Follow the instructions given by the doctor about the medicine for better results.

Medical Benefits of Prochlorperazine Maleate Tablets

• The medication is used to treat severe nausea and vomiting.
• The medicine helps treat migraines, schizophrenia, short-term anxiety, and vertigo.
• Prochlorperazine Maleate medication is also used to treat non-psychotic anxiety, mental conditions, and nervous conditions.
• The medicine helps control the psychotic symptoms of schizophrenia.
• The medicine affects thoughts and mood, which leads to short-term relief from anxiety.
• People suffering from anxiety and mania find Prochlorperazine Maleate tablets provide a calming effect on people.

Side Effects of Prochlorperazine Maleate Tablets 

Consumption of Prochlorperazine Maleate medicine may cause some side effects. The medication's side effects are minimal and can resolve after some time. However, we suggest you inform your doctor if you experience the side effects for a longer duration. Some of the side effects that may occur after taking Prochlorperazine Maleate tablets are:

• Dry Mouth
• Blurred Vision
• Constipation
• Lightheadedness
• Dizziness
• Stuffy Nose
• Skin Rash
• Irritability
• Impotence
• Missed Mensuratal periods
• Redness of skin, swelling 
• Itching

Precautions of Prochlorperazine Maleate Tablets

Some of the precautions and warnings to keep in mind while taking the Prochlorperazine Maleate medication are:

• Avoid taking the medication if you are allergic to Prochlorperazine Maleate.
• The medication should be used with caution for elderly patients over 65 years of age.
• Prochlorperazine maleate medicine can also be used for treating dizziness associated with Meniere’s syndrome.
• The consumption of the medication can make you feel dizzy and sleepy. Avoid driving or doing work that needs concentration in this condition.
• To avoid passing out and dizziness, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down for a long time.
• Avoid consuming alcohol while taking the Prochlorperazine Maleate tablets, as it may lead to drowsiness.
• Do not take this medication if you are pregnant and breastfeeding, as it may cause certain effects on the baby.

Frequently Asked Question (FAQ)

Q. Are Prochlorperazine Maleate tablets safe to use?
A. Yes, the medication is safe to use, if you are not allergic to it or any of its content. Take the medication as prescribed by the doctor to avoid any side effects. Remember to not exceed the recommended dosage of Prochlorperazine Maleate medicine.

Q. Are Prochlorperazine Maleate tablets safe for diabetic patients?    
The medication should be used with caution for diabetic patients, as it increases the blood sugar level in the body. Talk to your doctor first before using the medicine if you are a diabetic patient.