Generic Promethazine

Chemical Name: PROMETHAZINE

Common uses

This medicine is a phenothiazine used to treat or prevent nausea, vomiting, or motion sickness. It may also be used to treat allergic conditions and other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Before using

Do not take this medicine if you are also taking astemizole, cisapride, terfenadine, or tramadol.

Additional monitoring of your dose or condition may be needed if you are taking levodopa, macrolide antibiotics, or meperidine. Inform your doctor of any other medical conditions, allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding. Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns about taking this medicine.

Directions

Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor. This medicine may be taken with food if it upsets your stomach.

If you are using this medicine for motion sickness: take a dose at least 30 to 60 minutes before you begin traveling. Store this medicine at room temperature in a tightly-closed container, away from heat and light.

If you miss a dose of this medicine and you are using it regularly, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

Cautions

This medicine may cause drowsiness or dizziness. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how you react to this medicine. This medicine will add to the effects of other depressants or alcohol. Ask your pharmacist if you have questions about which medicines are depressants.

This medicine may cause increased sensitivity to the sun. Avoid exposure to the sun or sunlamps until you know how you react to this medicine. Use a sunscreen or protective clothing if you must be outside for a prolonged period.

For women: if you plan on becoming pregnant, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using this medicine during pregnancy. This medicine is excreted in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you are using this medicine, check with your doctor or pharmacist to discuss the risks to your baby.

Possible side effects

Side effects, that may go away during treatment, include drowsiness, dizziness, dry mouth, or nausea. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. Check with your doctor as soon as possible if you experience vomiting or increased sun sensitivity. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.

If you take too much

If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include shortness of breath, trouble breathing, dry mouth, unusual drowsiness or restlessness, flushing, nightmares, loss of consciousness, and seizures.

Additional information

Do not share this medicine with others for whom it was not prescribed. Do not use this medicine for other health conditions. Keep this medicine out of the reach of children.

Drug interactions

Drug interactions can result in unwanted side effects or prevent a medicine from doing its job. Some medicines or medical conditions may interact with this medicine. Inform your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking.