Manufacturer: D D Pharmaceuticals
Salt Composition : Promethazine(10mg)
Prometh 10mg Tablet used in the treatment of nausea and vomiting related to certain conditions like before/after surgery or motion sickness. It may also be used to treat allergic conditions such as rash, itching, and runny nose.
Prometh 10mg Tablet should be taken with or without food, but take it at the same time every day to get the most benefit. The dose and how often you take it depend on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. However, you should never take a double dose. Inform your doctor if your symptoms do not improve within 7 days of treatment.
The most common side effects of this medicine include dry mouth, blur vision, headache, and feeling dizzy. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. It makes skin more sensitive to sunlight. Use a sunscreen or wear protective clothing before going out.
Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have glaucoma or have asthma issues, or have high blood pressure. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, or breastfeeding. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Generally, it is advised to avoid alcohol while on treatment.
Promethazine is a an antagonist of histamine H1, post-synaptic mesolimbic dopamine, alpha adrenergic, muscarinic, and NMDA receptors. The antihistamine action is used to treat allergic reactions. Antagonism of muscarinic and NMDA receptors contribute to its use as a sleep aid, as well as for anxiety and tension.
Promethazine hydrochloride is well absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract, although a significant portion of a dose is subject to first-pass metabolism. Clinical effects are apparent within 20 minutes after oral, rectal, or intramuscular administration, and the effects last four to six hours.
Unusual production of breast milk in women and men
decreased function of bone marrow.
a type of movement disorder called parkinsonism.
neuroleptic malignant syndrome, a reaction characterized by fever, muscle rigidity and confusion.
a low seizure threshold.
closed angle glaucoma.
decreased lung function.
stenosing peptic ulcer
Prometh 10mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Prometh 10mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Prometh 10mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
For prolonged use and repeated doses of Prometh 10mg Tablet, observe the baby for excessive sleepiness.
Promethazine tablets and suppositories are indicated to treat rhinitis, allergic conjunctivitis, allergic reactions to blood or plasma, dermographism, anaphylactic reactions, sedation, nausea, vomiting, pain, motion sickness, and allergic skin reactions.
acute alcohol intoxication.
cardiovascular disease.
CNS depression.
head injury.
antidopaminergic effects 1.
asthma.
anticholinergic effects.
asthma/COPD.
Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Prometh 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Prometh 10mg 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.
Prometh 10mg Tablet helps treat nausea, vomiting and allergic conditions
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Prometh 10mg Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Do not drink alcohol while taking this medication as it may cause increased sleepiness.
It may make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. Avoid exposing your skin to strong sunlight, use a sunscreen lotion or make sure your skin is protected with clothing.
Do not take it for longer than 7 days. If your symptoms worsen or do not improve after 7 days, talk to your doctor.
Stop taking it at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.
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. Prometh 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Q. Is Prometh 10mg Tablet or Prometh 10mg Tablet DM syrup a narcotic/opiate/pain killer?
Prometh 10mg Tablet is antihistaminic drug and not a narcotic/opiate/pain killer. Patient should follow the advice of doctor regarding its use
Q. Is Prometh 10mg Tablet over the counter?
No, it is available with doctor's prescription only
Q. Can I take Prometh 10mg Tablet for a hangover/sore throat/ nausea/stomach flu/cramps/toothache/ headache/ cough/pain?
Prometh 10mg Tablet is used for treatment of symptoms of allergies, but not used for hangover, sore throat, stomach flu, cramps, toothache, headache and cough. Patient should follow the advice of doctor regarding its use
Q. Can I take Prometh 10mg Tablet with Nyquil/ codeine and ibuprofen/ Tylenol/ oxycodone/ Benadryl/ Dayquil/ Zofran/codeine and Nyquil/Xanax?
Yes, but taking other medicines may alter the effects of Prometh 10mg Tablet. Always consult your doctor for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be required
