Prochlorperazine injection
What is prochlorperazine injection?
PROCHLORPERAZINE (Procot™ ) helps to control nausea and vomiting that can occur after surgery, or with the treatment of cancer (chemotherapy). Prochlorperazine also treats psychological or mental disorders. Another use of prochlorperazine is the treatment of non-psychotic anxiety (nervousness). Generic prochlorperazine injections are available.
What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
- blood disorders or disease
- difficulty passing urine
- glaucoma
- liver disease or jaundice
- Parkinson’s disease
- pheochromocytoma
- prostate trouble
- seizures (convulsions)
- uncontrollable movement disorder
- an unusual or allergic reaction to prochlorperazine, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
- pregnant or trying to get pregnant
- breast-feeding
How should I receive this medicine?
Prochlorperazine is for injection into a muscle, or injection or infusion into a vein. It is usually given by a health-care professional in a hospital or clinic setting.
Contact your pediatrician or health care professional regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.
Elderly patients over age 65 years may have a stronger reaction to this medicine and need smaller doses.
What if I miss a dose?
This does not apply.
What drug(s) may interact with prochlorperazine?
- alcohol
- bromocriptine
- dofetilide
- lithium
- medicines for movement abnormalities as in Parkinson’s disease, or for gastrointestinal problems
- medicines for pain
- seizure (convulsion) or epilepsy medicine
Tell your prescriber or health care professional about all other medicines you are taking, including non-prescription medicines, nutritional supplements, or herbal products. Also tell your prescriber or health care professional if you are a frequent user of drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke, or if you use illegal drugs. These may affect the way your medicine works. Check with your health care professional before stopping or starting any of your medicines.
What side effects may I notice from receiving prochlorperazine?
Side effects that you should report to your prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible:
- blurred vision
- breast enlargement in men or women
- breast milk in women who are not breast-feeding
- chest pain, fast or irregular heartbeat
- confusion, restlessness
- dark yellow or brown urine
- difficulty breathing or swallowing
- dizziness or fainting spells
- drooling, shaking, movement difficulty (shuffling walk) or rigidity
- fever, chills, sore throat
- involuntary or uncontrollable movements of the eyes, mouth, head, arms, and legs
- menstrual changes
- seizures (convulsions)
- sexual difficulties (decreased sexual desire or impotence)
- slurred speech
- stomach area pain
- sweating
- unusual weakness or tiredness
- unusual bleeding or bruising
- yellowing of skin or eyes
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your prescriber or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
- constipation
- difficulty passing urine
- difficulty sleeping
- drowsiness
- dry mouth
- headache
- increased sensitivity to the sun or ultraviolet light
- nasal congestion
- skin rash, or itching
- weight gain
What should I watch for while taking prochlorperazine?
You may get drowsy, dizzy, or have blurred vision. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how prochlorperazine affects you. Do not stand or sit up quickly, especially if you are an older patient. This reduces the risk of dizzy or fainting spells. Alcohol can increase possible dizziness or drowsiness. Avoid alcoholic drinks.
Prochlorperazine can reduce the response of your body to heat or cold. Try not to get overheated. Avoid temperature extremes, such as saunas, hot tubs, or very hot or cold baths or showers. Dress warmly in cold weather.
Prochlorperazine can make your skin more sensitive to sun or ultraviolet light. Keep out of the sun, or wear protective clothing outdoors and use a sunscreen (at least SPF 15). Do not use sun lamps or sun tanning beds or booths. Wear sunglasses to protect your eyes.
Your mouth may get dry, chewing sugarless gum or sucking hard candy and drinking plenty of water will help.
Do not treat yourself for coughs, colds, sore throat, or allergies. Ask your prescriber or health care professional for advice.
If you are going to have surgery, tell your prescriber or health care professional that you are receiving prochlorperazine.
Try not to get any prochlorperazine injection solution on your skin; this can cause a skin rash. If you do get any on the skin, rinse off with plenty of cool water.
Where can I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Protect from light. The injection solution should be clear to pale yellow. Do not use if it is dark yellow or if there is a precipitate. Keep container tightly closed. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.
[ Last Revised: 12/9/2003 3:18:00 PM ]
NOTE: This information is not intended to cover all possible uses, precautions, interactions, or adverse effects for this drug. If you have questions about the drug(s) you are taking, check with your health care professional.
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