Prochlorperazine is an anti-sickness medication that works by stopping dopamine from sending nausea signals to the brain. It’s used to treat a number of different conditions.
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Prochlorperazine is an anti-sickness medication that can treat nausea, labyrinthitis, Ménière's disease, and BPPV, commonly referred to as vertigo.
Labyrinthitis is the inflammation of part of the inner ear called the labyrinth. The eighth cranial nerve (vestibulocochlear nerve) may also be inflamed. It typically causes symptoms such as nausea, vertigo, tinnitus, and/or hearing impairment. It’s typically caused by a bacterial or viral infection, so you’d need treatment for that in addition to Prochlorperazine for nausea and vertigo.
Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo, or BPPV, is commonly known as vertigo, and it’s a false perception of movement when there isn’t any. It may cause you to feel like you’re going to fall or like the room is spinning. There are other causes for vertigo, but BPPV is the most common. You might need to take antihistamine alongside anti-sickness medication, so speak to our clinicians about it so they can recommend the best course of treatment.
Ménière's disease is a disorder of the inner ear that causes symptoms including nausea and vertigo. It may lead to you losing your balance completely and falling over.
How does Prochlorperazine work?
Prochlorperazine works by blocking the action of dopamine from sending nausea signals to your brain. Dopamine is a hormone, usually referred to as a chemical messenger, that is made by your own body, which uses it to send messages between nerve cells.
Prochlorperazine intercepts these messages, and in this case, the one that tells your brain it’s time to feel nauseous, effectively keeping you from feeling unpleasant sickness sensations.
What doses of Prochlorperazine are there?
There are two doses of Prochlorperazine available: 3mg and 5mg. Which one you’ll be prescribed will depend on how severe the condition you’re trying to treat is, your ability to tolerate the medication, your age, and what condition it’s being prescribed for.
You’ll normally be given a lower dose of Prochlorperazine to begin with, which can be adjusted once we’re sure the medication is right for you. If you’re not sure what dose you should be starting with, our clinicians will explain everything you need to know and give you the right treatment advice.
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How to take Prochlorperazine
You should swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. And if the clinician who prescribed Prochlorperazine to you recommends that you take it three times a day, you should take it with breakfast, lunch, and dinner as this medication is best taken with food to avoid stomach upset. This schedule can also help you remember your tablets, as you need to take them with every meal.
Once you take the tablet out of the blister pack it comes in, take it quickly, and don’t allow the tablet to stay in contact with your skin for too long as it can cause redness. If you’re pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant, you must tell the clinician so they can advise you on the best course of treatment. The three Prochlorperazine tablets a day regimen might not be suitable for you.
How long does it take Prochlorperazine to work?
The time it takes for Prochlorperazine to work depends on the condition you’re using it to treat. For most conditions, Prochlorperazine will start to work within 30 to 60 minutes of taking it, but for Ménière's disease, it might take a few days.
If you’ve been taking Prochlorperazine for a while and have felt no difference in your symptoms, contact our clinician. They can adjust your dose for you if appropriate, or they can recommend alternative treatments for you to try.
What should I do if I make a mistake when using Prochlorperazine?
If you accidentally take too much Prochlorperazine, you should seek immediate medical assistance. A healthcare professional will need to closely monitor your condition and tackle any adverse effects that might occur. You should take the Prochlorperazine packaging with you to the hospital so you can be treated as quickly as possible. Don’t drive to the hospital yourself; either ask a family member or friend to take you or call for an ambulance to pick you up.
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FAQ: Prochlorperazine
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How effective is Prochlorperazine?
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Prochlorperazine has been shown to work for morning sickness. We know it’s a powerful treatment for nausea, so in pregnancy it’s not much different. A study of 174 women in the first trimester of pregnancy found a significant decrease in vomiting when they were treated with Prochlorperazine.
There are some self-care tips for morning sickness that can help make Prochlorperazine even more effective. Try eating several small meals instead of a few big ones. Peppermint tea or any form of ginger can help soothe your stomach and ease nausea.
How is Prochlorperazine different from other treatments for these conditions?
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Prochlorperazine is the only anti-sickness drug that provides treatment for Ménière's disease, nausea, labyrinthitis and vertigo. Other anti-sickness medications only provide treatment for one or two of these conditions, and Metoclopramide, another anti-sickness medication, only works on symptoms of chemotherapy. This makes Prochlorperazine the most versatile treatment option available.
Is Prochlorperazine similar to any other treatments?
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There’s a branded form of Prochlorperazine, called Stemetil. These treatments have the same active ingredient, which is prochlorperazine.
The difference between Prochlorperazine and Stemetil is mainly the price, as the generic tends to be cheaper. The packaging and appearance of the tablets may look different too. But ultimately, they both function in the same way in the body.
What dose of Prochlorperazine should I use?
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For vertigo, you should take one 5mg tablet three times a day. The same goes for nausea. You should try to take the tablets at regular intervals so you can get the most out of the medication. Elderly people will usually be prescribed a lower dosage, but speak to our clinicians and they’ll be able to tell you what’s best for you.
Do I need a prescription for Prochlorperazine?
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Yes, you need a prescription to get Prochlorperazine. This is because you will need to be monitored by a healthcare professional who will assess how well the medication is working, whether you need a different dosage, and make sure that any side effects you get are normal and manageable.
You will also need to take Prochlorperazine for the shortest amount of time possible, and even then, you might experience some withdrawal symptoms if you stop taking it altogether too quickly. A clinician will be able to help you manage any withdrawal symptoms that occur, as well as advise you on the best way to stop your treatment to avoid any adverse effects.
Why should I buy Prochlorperazine online with Treated?
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