How it works
It contain a medicine called promethazine hydrochloride. This belongs to a group of medicines called phenothiazines. It works by blocking a natural substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction. It also works directly on the brain to help you feel more relaxed.
USAGE AND SAFETY
Dosage
Promethazine HCl
Side Effects
• Dry mouth, blurred vision or you cannot pass water (urine) • Feeling drowsy or sleepy, tiredness, disorientation, having nightmares, headaches, feeling restless • Loss of appetite (anorexia), indigestion • Feeling dizzy, lightheaded, faint (hypotension) • Feeling confused, especially in elderly people • Being more sensitive to the sun than usual. If this happens keep out of direct sunlight and do not use sun lamps • Unpleasant sensation or an overwhelming urge to move the legs (also called Restless Legs Syndrome).
Drug Interactions
• Some medicines for depression called monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) • Anticholinergic medicines •Amitriptyline • Medicines to help you to sleep or feel more relaxed (such as diazepam or zolpidem) .
Indication
It is used to treat the following conditions: • For short term use: to treat adults with difficulty in sleeping (insomnia) • To treat allergic conditions such as hay fever or rashes (like nettle rash or hives) • To treat or stop you feeling sick (nausea) or being sick (vomiting) such as travel sickness • For short term use: as a sedative for children aged 5 years and above
When not to Use
Do not take this medicine if:The person taking the medicine is under 5 years of age ; You are allergic (hypersensitive) to promethazine hydrochloride or any of the other ingredients in the list ; The signs of an allergic reaction include: a rash, swallowing or breathing problems, swelling of your lips, face, throat or tongue.
PRECAUTIONS
Precaution
Use this medicine only as recommended. Do not exceed the recommended dose.
WARNINGS
Warning 1
Check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking your medicine if you have difficulty in breathing, wheezing, tightness in the chest (asthma) or an infection in your lungs (bronchitis).
Warning 2
Check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking your medicine if You have any serious heart problems .
Warning 3
Check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking your medicine if you have a stomach blockage or difficulty in passing water (urine).
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Pregnancy category
Always consult your physician before using any medicine.
Storage (YES/NO)
Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.
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