Promazine
Description
Promazine is used for the short-term treatment of disturbed behavior or psychomotor agitation (a feeling of restlessness that causes an individual to engage in movements that serve no purpose). It may also be used to control severe nausea and vomiting.
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Promazine
- Drowsiness
- Blurred vision
- Headache
- Pale skin
- Dry mouth
- Stuffy nose
- Difficulty in breathing
- Stomach upset
- Weight gain
- Constipation
Uses of Promazine
What is it prescribed for?
- Psychomotor agitation
- Nausea and vomiting
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Concerns
Commonly asked questions
- Onset of actionThe amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.
- Duration of effectThe amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.
- Safe with alcohol?Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of severe side effects such as dizziness, difficulty in concentration, impaired judgment, etc. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you consume alcohol during treatment with this medicine.
- Is it habit forming?No habit forming tendency has been reported
- Usage in pregnancy?This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
- Usage while breast-feeding?This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to Promazine or any other inactive ingredient present along with the formulation.
Coma
This medicine is not recommended for use in comatose patients due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
Severe central nervous system depression
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with severe central nervous system depression due to an increased risk of serious adverse effects.
Pheochromocytoma
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with pheochromocytoma (an adrenal gland tumor) due to an increased risk of serious adverse effects.
Bone marrow depression
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with bone marrow depression due to an increased risk of serious adverse effects.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings
Glaucoma
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients suffering glaucoma (an eye condition that can lead to permanent blindness) due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of the clinical condition, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
Use in elderly population
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in the elderly population due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
Use in children
This medicine is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.
Driving or operating machinery
This medicine may cause drowsiness, blurred vision, dizziness, etc. in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness like driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms.
QT prolongation
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with a known history of prolonged QT intervals due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Close monitoring of the clinical condition, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Orthostatic hypotension
This medicine is likely to cause a position based decrease in blood pressure especially during the start of therapy. It should be given very carefully to patients who have an active disease of the heart and valves. Any condition leading to a decrease in blood pressure should be given consideration while deciding the dose.
Kidney impairment
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from kidney impairment due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Liver impairment
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients suffering from liver impairment due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Breast cancer
This medicine may increase the prolactin levels in the body and hence should be used with extreme caution in patients with existing or suspected malignancy of the breast. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Close monitoring of the clinical condition, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Missed Dose
Take/Administer the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
N/A
Instructions
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of severe side effects such as dizziness, difficulty in concentration, impaired judgment, etc. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you consume alcohol during treatment with this medicine.
Interaction with Medicine
Tramadol
Levodopa
Ciprofloxacin
Atenolol
Diazepam
Disease interactions
Tardive Dyskinesia
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with tardive dyskinesia, a condition of involuntary repetitive body movements, since it may worsen the patient's condition. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Appropriate patient/caregiver education, close monitoring of the patient's condition, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
Dementia
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with dementia-related psychosis due to the increased risk of heart failure, pneumonia, death, etc. This risk is especially high in elderly patients. Replacement with a suitable alternative should be considered under your doctor's supervision.
Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (NMS)
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with a known history of a neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of the clinical condition, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
Seizures
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with seizure disorders or central nervous system abnormalities due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
Cardiovascular disorders
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients suffering from cardiovascular diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of heart function and blood pressure levels is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Respiratory disorders
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients suffering from severe respiratory disorders such as severe asthma, emphysema, or respiratory tract infections due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of the clinical condition, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
Parkinson's disease
This medicine may cause pseudo-parkinsonian symptoms such as slow body movements, tremors, pill-rolling motion, postural abnormalities, and gait abnormalities. Hence, this medicine should be used with caution in patients with Parkinson's disease. Report any worsening of the condition to the doctor on priority. Close monitoring of the clinical condition, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take/Administer this medicine exactly advised by your doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects. Do not stop taking this medicine before completion of the course/without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous
How it works
It works by binding to certain receptors and thereby blocks the release of chemical substances that cause psychotic symptoms and nausea and vomiting.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Phenothiazine antipsychotics, Phenothiazine antiemetics
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 14 May 2020
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