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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Janatil-MD 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 disease. It contains Prochlorperazine, which works by inhibiting a natural chemical in the brain (dopamine) that stimulates the vomiting centre, thereby preventing nausea and vomiting. Besides this, it also controls psychotic symptoms in Schizophrenia and has a calming effect on people suffering from anxiety or mania. It may cause side effects such as dry mouth, drowsiness, headache, dizziness, stuffy nose, irritability, missed menstrual periods, impotence (difficulty maintaining an erection), anxiety, skin rash, skin redness, itching, or swelling. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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Manufacturer/Marketer :

JANAXA PHARMACEUTICALS PVT. LTD

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Janatil-MD Tablet 10's

Janatil-MD 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. Nausea and vomiting are not diseases but are symptoms of many conditions like infections, motion sickness, an early stage of pregnancy, and gastroparesis (slow stomach emptying). Schizophrenia is a mental disorder that affects a person's ability to feel, think and behave clearly. Mania is a mental condition that causes intense excitement, high energy, and delusions (misbeliefs). Anxiety is a mental health disorder associated with fear, worry, and excessive nervousness. 

Janatil-MD Tablet 10's contains Prochlorperazine, which works by inhibiting a natural chemical in the brain (dopamine) that stimulates the vomiting centre (chemoreceptor trigger zone – CTZ), thereby preventing nausea and vomiting. Besides this, Janatil-MD Tablet 10's also controls psychotic symptoms in Schizophrenia and has a calming effect on people suffering from anxiety or mania. 

Take Janatil-MD Tablet 10's as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Janatil-MD Tablet 10's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. Some people may experience dry mouth, drowsiness, headache, dizziness, stuffy nose, irritability, missed menstrual periods, impotence (difficulty maintaining an erection), anxiety, skin rash, skin redness, itching, or swelling.  Most of these side effects of Janatil-MD Tablet 10's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Do not take Janatil-MD Tablet 10's if you are known to be allergic to Janatil-MD Tablet 10's. Janatil-MD Tablet 10's should be used with caution in elderly patients above 65 years, as there is an increased risk of adverse effects. Do not take Janatil-MD Tablet 10's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, as it may cause adverse effects on the baby. Janatil-MD Tablet 10's is not recommended for children below 1 year of age. Avoid exposure to direct sunlight while taking Janatil-MD Tablet 10's as it may cause the skin to be more sensitive to sunlight. If you have fits, depression, diabetes, pheochromocytoma (tumour on the adrenal gland), enlarged prostate gland, Parkinson’s disease, dementia (impairment in memory and thinking), myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness), glaucoma,  kidney, liver, heart or thyroid problems, inform your doctor before taking Janatil-MD Tablet 10's.

Uses of Janatil-MD Tablet 10's

Janatil-MD Tablet 10's used in the treatment of nausea and vomiting in migraine, schizophrenia, and anxiety disorders. The detailed uses of Janatil-MD Tablet 10's are as follows:

  • Controls nausea and vomiting: Janatil-MD Tablet 10's helps to manage nausea and vomiting, especially those linked with migraines or certain medical treatments.
  • Treats Schizophrenia: Janatil-MD Tablet 10's is used to manage symptoms such as hallucinations, delusions, and disorganized thinking in individuals with schizophrenia.
  • Manages Anxiety disorders: Janatil-MD Tablet 10's may also help to relieve severe anxiety symptoms by calming excessive brain activity and reducing agitation.
  • Relieves Vertigo symptoms: Janatil-MD Tablet 10's provides symptomatic relief from vertigo caused by Ménière's disease, labyrinthitis, and other inner ear or neurological conditions.

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Directions for Use

  • Tablet: Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it. Avoid contact of Janatil-MD Tablet 10's with your skin for a very long time as it may cause swelling, skin redness, and itching (contact skin sensitization).
  • Tablet MD: Place the mouth-dissolving tablet in the mouth and allow it to dissolve. Do not swallow. Avoid handling the tablets with wet hands.
  • Syrup: Shake the bottle well before use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack.

Medicinal Benefits

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

How Janatil-MD Tablet 10's Works

Janatil-MD Tablet 10's contains Prochlorperazine, which works by inhibiting a natural chemical in the brain (dopamine) that stimulates the vomiting centre (chemoreceptor trigger zone – CTZ), thereby preventing nausea and vomiting. Besides this, Janatil-MD Tablet 10's also controls psychotic symptoms in Schizophrenia and has a calming effect on people suffering from anxiety or mania.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. • Keep out of sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

What if I have taken an overdose of Janatil-MD Tablet 10's

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Janatil-MD Tablet 10's as it may cause overdose. The symptoms of overdose include sleepiness, agitation, uncontrollable shaking of a part of the body, fits, irregular heartbeat, dry mouth, fever, constipation, coma, shuffling walk, difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep. If you suspect you have taken overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Janatil-MD Tablet 10's if you are known to be allergic to Janatil-MD Tablet 10's. Janatil-MD Tablet 10's should be used with caution in elderly patients above 65 years, as there is an increased risk of adverse effects. Do not take Janatil-MD Tablet 10's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding as it may cause adverse effects in the baby. Janatil-MD Tablet 10's is not recommended for children below 1 year of age. Avoid consumption of alcohol with Janatil-MD Tablet 10's as it may increase adverse effects. You are recommended to avoid contact of Janatil-MD Tablet 10's with the skin for a long time as it may cause swelling, redness or itching of the skin. Avoid exposure to direct sunlight while taking Janatil-MD Tablet 10's as it may cause skin to more sensitive to sunlight. If you have fits, depression, diabetes, pheochromocytoma (tumour on adrenal gland), enlarged prostate gland, Parkinson’s disease, dementia (impairment in memory and thinking), myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness), glaucoma,  kidney, liver, heart or thyroid problems, inform your doctor before taking Janatil-MD Tablet 10's.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a healthy diet and a low-fat diet, especially in small portions, as it will be easy for digestion. Avoid eating over sweet food and include more salty food, especially if you have been vomiting.

  • If you like to vomit at a specific time, avoid eating your favourite food at that particular time as your taste for that food may get turned off.

  • Include more cool beverages in your food like flavoured gelatin, carbonated beverages. And also, when you drink with a stray, sip slowly to avoid swallowing air that may lead to gas or acidity.

  • Drink any other liquid at least 30 minutes after eating food.

  • If the smell of food makes you feel sick (vomit), do not cook food as it may worsen your condition. Let someone else do cooking or use prepared food from the freezer.

  • Avoid consumption of alcohol as it may increase adverse effects.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIPSYCHOTICS

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol with Janatil-MD Tablet 10's as it may increase the risk of adverse effects and cause severe breathing difficulties.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Janatil-MD Tablet 10's is a Category C pregnancy drug. It is not recommended for use during pregnancy, especially in the third trimester as it may cause adverse effects in the baby such as breathing problems, drowsiness, shaking, muscle stiffness or weakness. However, please consult a doctor if you are pregnant.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Please consult a doctor if you are a breastfeeding mother as Janatil-MD Tablet 10's may not be safe to use in breastfeeding mothers.

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Driving

Caution

Janatil-MD Tablet 10's may cause dizziness, drowsiness or blurred vision in some people. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel drowsy, dizzy or experience any vision problems after taking Janatil-MD Tablet 10's.

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Liver

Caution

Take Janatil-MD Tablet 10's with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Janatil-MD Tablet 10's with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Caution

Janatil-MD Tablet 10's may be given to children above 1 year of age if prescribed by a doctor.

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Heart

Caution

Janatil-MD Tablet 10's should be taken with extreme caution in patients with heart disease. Please consult your physician.

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Geriatrics

Consult your doctor

Limited information available for use of Janatil-MD Tablet 10's in elderly patients. Please consult your doctor.

FAQs

Janatil-MD 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.

Janatil-MD 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, Janatil-MD Tablet 10's prevents nausea and vomiting. Also, Janatil-MD 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, Janatil-MD 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).

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

You are not recommended to take Janatil-MD 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 Janatil-MD Tablet 10's with other medicines.

Janatil-MD 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 Janatil-MD Tablet 10's if you are diabetic.

Janatil-MD 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 Janatil-MD Tablet 10's with the skin for a long time as it may cause contact skin sensitization.

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

No, Janatil-MD 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.

Janatil-MD 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 Janatil-MD Tablet 10's for as long as it is advised by your doctor. If you have any difficulty while taking Janatil-MD Tablet 10's, please consult your doctor.

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

The common side effects of Janatil-MD 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.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

S.C.F 501,1st&2nd Floor, Motor Market, Sector 13 (Chandigarh)-160101
Other Info - JAN0113

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