Bemetil 5mg Tablet
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Rs.19.90for 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each)
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Bemetil 5mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
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CAUTION
Bemetil 5mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
UNSAFE
Information regarding the use of Bemetil 5mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Bemetil 5mg Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
However, occasional short-term use of Bemetil 5mg Tablet for the treatment of nausea and vomiting poses little risk to the breastfed infant.
However, occasional short-term use of Bemetil 5mg Tablet for the treatment of nausea and vomiting poses little risk to the breastfed infant.
CAUTION
SALT INFORMATION FOR Bemetil 5mg Tablet
Prochlorperazine(5mg)
Bemetil tablet uses
How bemetil tablet works
Bemetil 5mg Tablet is a vestibular suppressant, i.e., it suppresses the vestibular apparatus in the inner ear by blocking the H1 receptor and stops vertigo. It acts within 30 minutes and, therefore, is effective during acute attacks. It also acts as a dopamine antagonist. Dopamine controls the region in the brain that causes nausea and vomiting, and this medicine blocks the action of dopamine. Therefore, Bemetil 5mg Tablet shows an anti-nauseating and antiemetic action. The mechanism of action by which prochlorperazine relieve headache and anxiety is probably related to it being serotonin (5HT3) receptor antagonist and dopamine (D2) receptor antagonist.
Common side effects of bemetil tablet
Drowsiness, Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
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Expert advice FOR Bemetil Tablet
- 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.
Frequently asked questions FOR Bemetil 5mg Tablet
Prochlorperazine
Q. How does Bemetil 5mg Tablet work?
Bemetil 5mg Tablet is used to treat mental disorders like schizophrenia. It is also used to treat and prevent nausea, and vomiting.It may be used to treat anxiety (short-term) in certain cases where other anti-anxiety drugs have been ineffective. It is also used to treat nausea, vomiting, dizziness or spinning sensations (vertigo) due to Meniere's disease.It belongs to a class of medication call phenothiazines. It acts on the central nervous system by blocking certain receptors thus producing an anti-psychotic and anti-vomiting effect
Q. Does Bemetil 5mg Tablet expire?
Yes, Bemetil 5mg Tablet does expire. Please check the expiry date written on the pack and it refers to the last day of that month. Do not use Bemetil 5mg Tablet after the expiry date.
Q. Is Bemetil 5mg Tablet available over the counter?
Bemetil 5mg Tablet is not available over the counter. It is available only on prescription from the doctor