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Prochlorperazine – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: PROCHLORPERAZINE

Strength: 5 mg | Form: Tablets

Price in UAE: AED 124.32

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Prochlorperazine

Class: | Antipsychotic (Phenothiazine) Use: | Management of severe nausea and vomiting; treatment of schizophrenia and anxiety Adult dose: | 5 to 10 mg taken 3 to 4 times daily, not exceeding 40 mg per day Pediatric dose: | Not recommended for children under 2 years; for children 2-12 years, 0.1 to 0.5 mg/kg/day in divided doses, not exceeding 10 mg per day Side effects: | Drowsiness, dizziness, dry mouth, blurred vision, constipation, weight gain, extrapyramidal symptoms Contraindicat

Drug Class

Antipsychotic (Phenothiazine)

Uses & Indications

Management of severe nausea and vomiting; treatment of schizophrenia and anxiety

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20-25°C or 68-77°F) in a tightly closed container, protected from light and moisture

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: JUBILANT CADISTA PHARMACEUTICALS INC., United States of America

Package Size

100's

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 124.32

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

5 to 10 mg taken 3 to 4 times daily, not exceeding 40 mg per day

Pediatric Dose

Not recommended for children under 2 years; for children 2-12 years, 0.1 to 0.5 mg/kg/day in divided doses, not exceeding 10 mg per day

Side Effects

Drowsiness, dizziness, dry mouth, blurred vision, constipation, weight gain, extrapyramidal symptoms

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to prochlorperazine or other phenothiazines; comatose states; severe CNS depression; children under 2 years; liver disease

Important Warnings

May cause tardive dyskinesia; use with caution in patients with a history of seizures, cardiovascular disease, or liver impairment; avoid abrupt withdrawal after prolonged use

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Prochlorperazine available in UAE pharmacies:

COMPRO 25 mg Rectal Suppositories NAUTISOL 5 mg Tablets PMS - PROCHLORPERAZINE 5 mg Tablets PROCHLORPERAZINE 5 mg Tablets PROCHLORPERAZINE 5 mg Tablets PROCHLORPERAZINE 5 mg Tablets PROCHLORPERAZINE 5 mg Tablets PROCHLORPERAZINE 5 mg Tablets PROCHLORPERAZINE 5 mg/ml Solution For Injection STEMETIL 12.5 mg Solution For Injection

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Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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