Manufacturer: Tripada Healthcare Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition : Prochlorperazine(5mg)
Strip of 10 Tablet
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Proctil 5 mg Tablet is an antipsychotic medicine that is used to relieve nausea and vomiting and that also controls the symptoms of schizophrenia. It is also used to treat dizziness due to ear diseases such as Meniere’s syndrome or labyrinthitis and anxiety. This medicine should be started at low doses and the dose should be increased gradually. Do not stop taking this medicine suddenly without informing the doctor since this may cause withdrawal symptoms.
Proctil 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, Protil 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.
Prochlorperazine is reported to be mainly excreted via the feces and bile. Low quantities of unchanged prochlorperazine and its metabolite were detectable in the urine. Following intravenous and single oral dose administration, the terminal elimination half live were 9 and 8 hours, respectively.
Major & minor side effects for Proctil 5 mg Tablet
Low white blood cell count
Drowsiness
Tremors
Constipation
Dry mouth
Decreased body movements
Irregular heartbeat
Weakness
Skin rash
History of allergy to prochlorperazine or the phenothiazine drug class.
Concomitant use of CNS depressants (opioids, benzodiazepines, and barbiturates) leading to sedation.
Concomitant use of anticholinergic medications (scopolamine, atropine, etc.)
Pre-existing cardiac conduction abnormalities.
This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Proctil 5mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
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. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.
Prochlorperazine is a first-generation antipsychotic. FDA indications include schizophrenia, schizoaffective, and other conditions presenting with symptoms of psychosis, as well as nausea and vomiting (post-chemotherapy, post-radiation therapy, pre- and post-operative setting, and other conditions).
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Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Protil 5mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Proctil 5mg Tablet 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 Proctil 5mg Tablet 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.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Proctil 5mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Q. How does Proctil 5mg Tablet work?
Proctil 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 Proctil 5mg Tablet expire?
Yes, Proctil 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 Protil 5mg Tablet after the expiry date.
Q. Is Proctil 5mg Tablet available over the counter?
Proctil 5mg Tablet is not available over the counter. It is available only on prescription from the doctor
Q. Is Proctil 5mg Tablet safe to use?
Proctil 5mg Tablet is safe to use for a prescribed duration in the dose as advised by a doctor.
