Prochlorperazine (5mg)
Stemetil 5 mg Tablet MD is used in nausea, vomiting, vertigo, Meniere"s disease and schizophrenia.
Medicine Stemetil 5mg Tablet MD has 5 mg of Prochlorperazine, a drug that is both an antipsychotic and an antiemetic. It is often used to treat nausea, vomiting, vertigo (dizziness), and some mental illnesses like schizophrenia. This medicine is a phenothiazine, and it works by stopping dopamine receptors in the brain to help with sickness, vomiting, and mental illness symptoms. Stemetil is often given to people who feel sick because of headaches, motion sickness, chemotherapy, or surgery to help them feel better. It's also used to treat vertigo and other problems with balance. It works to relieve pain when used as advised by a medical professional, but it should be used carefully because it might have some unwanted effects.
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Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not handle the tablets with wet hands. Put it in your mouth but do not swallow it. Stemetil 5 mg Tablet MD is to be taken with food.
Stemetil 5 mg Tablet MD is a dopamine antagonist. It works by blocking the dopamine receptors in the region of brain that controls nausea and vomiting.
Related Warnings
Stemetil 5 mg Tablet MD may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.
Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.
Stemetil 5 mg Tablet MD is probably unsafe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggest that the drug could represent a significant risk to the baby.
Occasional short-term use of Stemetil 5 mg Tablet MD for the treatment of nausea and vomiting poses little risk to the breastfed infant.
Stemetil 5 mg Tablet MD may make you feel dizzy, sleepy, tired, or decrease alertness. If this happens, do not drive.
Stemetil 5 mg Tablet MD should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Stemetil 5 mg Tablet MD may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Stemetil 5 mg Tablet MD should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Stemetil 5 mg Tablet MD may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Advice from experts: Take Stemetil exactly as your doctor tells you to and on the plan they give you. Take no more than what the doctor tells you. If you are taking this medicine, don't drink alcohol because it can make side effects like tiredness or dizziness more likely. If you take Stemetil and feel sleepy, dizzy, or have blurred vision, do not drive or operate heavy machinery. These are typical side effects. If you are pregnant or nursing, talk to your doctor before taking Stemetil. This is especially important if you have problems with your heart, liver, or kidneys. To lower your risk of dizziness or falling, drink plenty of water and don't stand up too quickly. If you are taking Stemetil for schizophrenia or another psychiatric disease, keep an eye on your mental health symptoms. Tell your doctor about any signs that are getting worse. If you are taking Stemetil for mental health reasons, don't stop taking it all of a sudden. This could make your situation worse. Always do what your doctor tells you to do when you want to stop taking the medicine.
Q1: What is Stemetil 5 mg used for?
The medicine Stemetil 5 mg is used to treat feeling sick, throwing up, vertigo, and some mental illnesses like schizophrenia. This oil can also help with motion sickness, headaches, and nausea after surgery.
Q2: Can I take Stemetil to help with road sickness?Yes, Stemetil can help stop and treat motion sickness-related nausea and vomiting. To avoid complaints, the tablet should be taken before going on a trip.
Q3: What if I'm pregnant? Can I still take Stemetil?If your doctor tells you to, you should only take Stemetil while you are pregnant. To weigh the possible risks and rewards, you should talk to your healthcare provider.
Q4: Stemetil starts to work after how long?Stemetil usually starts to work 30 to 60 minutes after you take it. Depending on what is being treated, the effects usually last for a few hours.
Q5: Once I feel better, can I stop taking Stemetil?If you are taking Stemetil for a mental health problem, don't stop taking it without first talking to your doctor. Quitting all of a sudden can make symptoms or withdrawal effects worse.
Q6: How often do the side effects of Stemetil happen?Some of the most common side effects are sleepiness, dizziness, dry mouth, blurred vision, and trouble going to the bathroom. If you have more serious side effects like stiff muscles, trouble breathing, or being very sleepy, you should see a doctor right away.
Q7: Can I use Stemetil for a long time without getting sick?For some diseases, like schizophrenia, Stemetil can be used for a long time with the help of a doctor. Long-term use, on the other hand, may raise the chance of side effects, such as movement disorders. To stay safe, always do what your doctor tells you.
