Stemetil 5 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 0.65 (30 x 20: ৳ 390.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 13.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Prochlorperazine maleate |
| Company | Synovia pharma plc |
Title
- Stemetil Tablet
Categories
- Medicine
- Healthcare
- Pharmaceuticals
Description
- An effective medication for controlling nausea, vomiting, dizziness, and vertigo
- Also used in the treatment of psychotic illness, acute mania, and non-psychotic anxiety
Dimensions
- N/A
Color Options
- N/A
Functions
- Anti-emetic
- Antipsychotic
- Treatment of non-psychotic anxiety
- Therapeutic class: Anti vertigo drugs, Anti-emetic drugs
Dosage & Administration
- Dosage guidelines for children and adults
- Maximum daily dosages for different conditions
Ingredients
- Prochlorperazine
Technical Specifications
- Dopamine antagonist
- Histamine antagonist
- Anticholinergic effect
- Prevents acid reflux
Design Elements
- Tablet form
Usability Features
- Ability to control severe nausea and vomiting caused by various conditions
- Relief from attacks of dizziness, vertigo, and psychotic symptoms
Materials
- N/A
Mode of Action
- Blocks histamine H and dopamine D2 neurotransmitter receptors
- Affects chemoreceptor trigger zone and vomiting center
- Weak anticholinergic effect
- Prevents acid reflux by increasing the tone of the lower esophageal sphincter
Interaction
- Possible interactions with alcohol, barbiturates, sedatives, antacids, antiparkinson's drug, lithium, propranolol, and phenobarbital
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to prochlorperazine or any component of the formulation
- Severe CNS depression
- Coma
- Not recommended for children <2 years of age or <10 kg
Side Effects
- Drowsiness
- Muscle spasms
- Tongue movements
- Speech difficulties
- Restlessness and pacing
- Tremors
- Skin rash
- Yellowing of the skin or eyes
Pregnancy & Lactation
- No reported adverse effects during pregnancy and lactation
Precautions & Warnings
- Caution advised during activities requiring alertness
- Increased sensitivity to sunlight
- Reduced sweating and susceptibility to heatstroke
Overdose Effects
- Deep sleep
- Coma
- Abnormal involuntary muscle movements
- Hypotension
Storage Conditions
- Store below 30°C
- Protect from light and moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children