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Prometil-MD 5 mg Tablet 10's Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

PROCHLORPERAZINE-5MG

Uses:

Treatment of Nausea and vomiting in migraine, Schizophrenia, Anxiety disorder.

Medicinal Benefits:

Prometil-MD 5 mg Tablet 10's contains Prochlorperazine, which inhibits dopamine secretion that induces the vomiting centre (chemoreceptor trigger zone – CTZ) located in the brain. Thus, Prometil-MD 5 mg Tablet 10's prevents nausea and vomiting. Also, Prometil-MD 5 mg Tablet 10's controls psychotic symptoms in Schizophrenia and has a calming effect on people suffering from anxiety or mania.

FAQs

Prometil-MD 5 mg Tablet 10's is used to treat nausea and vomiting during a migraine, schizophrenia, mania, anxiety in the short term, and vertigo (dizziness) due to ear problems such as Meniere’s syndrome.

Prometil-MD 5 mg Tablet 10's contains Prochlorperazine, an antipsychotic drug that works by inhibiting dopamine receptors that stimulate the vomiting centre (chemoreceptor trigger zone – CTZ) located in the brain. Thus, Prometil-MD 5 mg Tablet 10's prevents nausea and vomiting. Also, Prometil-MD 5 mg Tablet 10's decreases the action of dopamine (a chemical messenger involved in transmitting messages between brain cells) in the brain and helps to control psychotic symptoms in Schizophrenia.

Yes, Prometil-MD 5 mg Tablet 10's may be used to treat vertigo (spinning sensation) caused due to ear problems such as Meniere’s syndrome (a disorder of the inner ear).

Prometil-MD 5 mg Tablet 10's may cause photosensitivity (extreme sensitivity to sunlight). Therefore, it is recommended to avoid exposure to direct sunlight while taking Prometil-MD 5 mg Tablet 10's.

You are not recommended to take Prometil-MD 5 mg Tablet 10's with alprazolam as co-administration of these medicines may increase adverse effects such as confusion, drowsiness, dizziness and difficulty in concentrating. However, please contact your doctor before using Prometil-MD 5 mg Tablet 10's with other medicines.

Prometil-MD 5 mg Tablet 10's should be used with caution in diabetes patients as it may cause an increase in blood sugar levels. Therefore, regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended while taking Prometil-MD 5 mg Tablet 10's if you are diabetic.

Prometil-MD 5 mg Tablet 10's may cause skin redness, itching and swelling if it comes in contact with the skin for a long time. Therefore, avoid contact of Prometil-MD 5 mg Tablet 10's with the skin for a long time as it may cause contact skin sensitization.

Yes, Prometil-MD 5 mg Tablet 10's does expire. Please verify the expiry date on the pack and it refers to the last day of that month. Prometil-MD 5 mg Tablet 10's should not be used after the expiry date.

No, Prometil-MD 5 mg Tablet 10's is not available over the counter. It is a prescription medication. Because it contains prochlorperazine, which can have significant side effects and requires medical supervision.

Prometil-MD 5 mg Tablet 10's is generally safe to use when taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. It's important to follow your doctor's instructions.

You can take Prometil-MD 5 mg Tablet 10's for as long as it is advised by your doctor. If you have any difficulty while taking Prometil-MD 5 mg Tablet 10's, please consult your doctor.

No, Prometil-MD 5 mg Tablet 10's is not known to be addictive. However, it's important to use Prometil-MD 5 mg Tablet 10's only as prescribed by your doctor and not to exceed the recommended dosage.

The common side effects of Prometil-MD 5 mg Tablet 10's are dry mouth, drowsiness, headache, dizziness, stuffy nose, irritability, missed menstrual periods, impotence (difficulty maintaining an erection), anxiety, skin rash, skin redness, itching, or swelling. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.