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Promethazine is an antiemetic, anti-vertigo and antiallergic remedy that can be found for oral use to relieve allergy symptoms, as well as to prevent the onset of nausea and dizziness during travel, for example.
Promethazine can be purchased from conventional pharmacies under the brand name Fenergan, in the form of pills, ointment or injection.
Promethazine Indications
Promethazine is indicated for the treatment of symptoms of anaphylactic reactions and allergic reactions, such as itching, hives, sneezing and runny nose. In addition, Promethazine can also be used to relieve nausea and vomiting.
How to use Promethazine
How to use Promethazine varies according to the form of presentation:
- Ointment: apply a layer of the product 2 or 3 times a day;
- Injection: should be applied only at the hospital;
- Tablets: 1 25 mg tablet twice a day as an anti-vertigo.
Side effects of Promethazine
The main side effects of Promethazine include drowsiness, dry mouth, constipation, dizziness, dizziness, confusion, nausea and vomiting.
Contraindications for Promethazine
Promethazine is contraindicated for children and patients with or with a history of blood disorders caused by other phenothiazines, in patients at risk of urinary retention linked to disorders of the uterus or prostate, and in patients with glaucoma. In addition, Promethazine should also not be used by patients with known hypersensitivity to promethazine, other phenothiazine derivatives or any other component of the formula.
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