It works by preventing the effects of a substance called histamine, which is produced by the body
Promethazine is in a group of drugs called phenothiazines (FEEN-oh-THYE-a-zeens)
See more Promethazine is used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting related to certain conditions (such as before/after surgery, motion sickness
Promethazine has a variety of medical uses, including: Sedation [11] In Germany, it is
Promethazine is an antihistamine medicine that relieves the symptoms of allergies
Treatment of pain along with
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Promethazine affects the body’s ability to regulate inflammation, alertness, and pain control
Common side effects of promethazine may include: drowsiness, dizziness; ringing in your ears; double vision; feeling nervous; dry mouth; or
When your body is exposed to an allergen (pollen, animal dander, house dust etc
It is also used to treat allergies
Side effects such as confusion and severe drowsiness may be more likely in older adults
The average effective dose is
Promethazine HCl, a phenothiazine derivative, is designated chemically as 10 H -Phenothiazine-10-ethanamine, N,N, α-trimethyl-, monohydrochloride, (±)- with the following structural formula: Promethazine is used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting related to certain conditions (such as motion sickness, or before/after surgery)
The recommended promethazine dosage for nausea and vomiting in children is 0
5 mg before meals and at bedtime if necessary
Adult: As promethazine hydrochloride supp: 25-50 mg for night-time, pre-surgical or obstetric sedation
Antagonism of muscarinic and NMDA receptors contribute to its use as a sleep aid, as well as for anxiety and tension
Dosage must be adjusted to the lowest effective dose to relieve symptoms
Keep bottles tightly closed
Typically, people begin to feel the effects of promethazine (relief of allergy symptoms) about 20 minutes after their dose