Stemetil 5mg Tablet (28 Tablets) Prochlorperazine
Prochlorperazine is a phenothiazine medicine used to control severe nausea and vomiting, treat schizophrenia, and manage short-term anxiety. It is available as Stemetil 5mg tablets.
What it is
Prochlorperazine belongs to a class of medicines called phenothiazines. It works as an antiemetic (to stop vomiting) and an antipsychotic.
What it's used for
It is used to control severe nausea and vomiting, to treat schizophrenia, and for the short-term (up to 12 weeks) management of generalized non-psychotic anxiety when other treatments are not suitable. It is not the first choice for anxiety due to its risks.
Common side effects
Common side effects include drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, skin reactions, low blood pressure, and missed menstrual periods. Rare but serious side effects include Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (NMS), jaundice, and changes in white blood cell count. Contact your doctor if you experience fever, muscle stiffness, confusion, or yellowing of the skin.
Important cautions
Do not use if you are allergic to phenothiazines. Do not take if you are in a coma or have taken large amounts of alcohol, barbiturates, or narcotics. Not for use in children under 2 years or under 20 lbs (9 kg). Elderly patients with dementia-related psychosis should not use this medicine due to increased risk of death. Prochlorperazine can cause extrapyramidal symptoms (movement disorders) that may be confused with other conditions.
This is a prescription-only medicine. You can upload your prescription when you order it on Drugstore.ng.
Frequently asked questions
What is Stemetil (prochlorperazine) used for?
It is used to control severe nausea and vomiting, treat schizophrenia, and for the short-term management of generalized non-psychotic anxiety when other medications are not suitable.
What are the common side effects of prochlorperazine?
Common side effects include drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, skin reactions, low blood pressure, and missed periods. Rare but serious conditions like Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome can occur.
Can I buy Stemetil without a prescription in Nigeria?
No, Stemetil is a prescription-only medicine. You can upload your prescription when you order it on Drugstore.ng.
Is it safe to take prochlorperazine with alcohol?
No, you should avoid alcohol and other central nervous system depressants (e.g., barbiturates, narcotics) while taking prochlorperazine, as they can increase the risk of severe drowsiness and other serious effects.
Who should not take prochlorperazine?
Do not take it if you are allergic to phenothiazines, are in a coma, or have used large amounts of alcohol or other CNS depressants. It is not for children under 2 years or under 20 lbs, and should not be used in elderly patients with dementia-related psychosis.
This information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Please consult your physician or pharmacist before using any medication.
