Prochlor 5mg Tablet MD
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Rs.49.40for 1 strip(s) (10 tablet md each)
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Prochlor 5mg Tablet MD is to be taken with food.
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CAUTION
Prochlor 5mg Tablet MD may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
UNSAFE
Information regarding the use of Prochlor 5mg Tablet MD during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Prochlor 5mg Tablet MD 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 Prochlor 5mg Tablet MD for the treatment of nausea and vomiting poses little risk to the breastfed infant.
However, occasional short-term use of Prochlor 5mg Tablet MD for the treatment of nausea and vomiting poses little risk to the breastfed infant.
CAUTION
SALT INFORMATION FOR Prochlor 5mg Tablet MD
Prochlorperazine(5mg)
Prochlor tablet md uses
How prochlor tablet md works
Prochlor 5mg Tablet MD 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, Prochlor 5mg Tablet MD 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 prochlor tablet md
Drowsiness, Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
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Expert advice FOR Prochlor Tablet MD
- 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 Prochlor 5mg Tablet MD
Prochlorperazine
Q. How does Prochlor 5mg Tablet MD work?
Prochlor 5mg Tablet MD 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 Prochlor 5mg Tablet MD expire?
Yes, Prochlor 5mg Tablet MD does expire. Please check the expiry date written on the pack and it refers to the last day of that month. Do not use Prochlor 5mg Tablet MD after the expiry date.
Q. Is Prochlor 5mg Tablet MD available over the counter?
Prochlor 5mg Tablet MD is not available over the counter. It is available only on prescription from the doctor