Product Details
PROCHLORPERAZINE 10 MG/2 ML VL
Manufacturer: AVET PHARMACEUTICALS INC
MFG#: 23155-0294-42
NDC: 23155-0294-42
PID: 639469
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$32.42
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| Product Name | Prochlorperazine 10 mg/2 mL Vial |
| Active Ingredient | Prochlorperazine |
| Drug Class | Phenothiazine (Antipsychotic and Antiemetic) |
| Mechanism of Action | Blocks dopamine receptors in the brain, particularly in the vomiting center, to reduce nausea and vomiting; |
| Strength | 10 mg |
| Volume | 2 mL |
| Route of Administration | Intravenous (IV) or Intramuscular (IM) injection |
| Side Effects | Drowsiness, dizziness, dry mouth, blurred vision, extrapyramidal symptoms (tremors, rigidity), tardive dyskinesia |
| Precautions | Monitor for extrapyramidal symptoms, avoid prolonged use to reduce the risk of tardive dyskinesia |
| Storage | Store at controlled room temperature, protect from light, keep away from moisture |
| Packaging | Vial containing 10 mg of prochlorperazine in 2 mL of solution (for reconstitution) |
| Uses | Treatment of nausea and vomiting, management of psychotic disorders like schizophrenia |
Description
Prochlorperazine 10 mg/2 mL vial is an antipsychotic and antiemetic medication primarily used to treat nausea and vomiting, particularly those related to chemotherapy, surgery, or gastrointestinal conditions. It is also used in the management of psychotic disorders, including schizophrenia. Prochlorperazine belongs to the class of phenothiazines, which work by blocking dopamine receptors in the brain, particularly in the area responsible for controlling nausea and vomiting.
The drug is typically administered as an intravenous or intramuscular injection, depending on the patient's condition and treatment plan. The recommended dosage for nausea and vomiting varies, but for psychotic conditions, it is generally higher and adjusted based on the patient's clinical response.
Common side effects include drowsiness, dizziness, dry mouth, and blurred vision. Serious side effects may include extrapyramidal symptoms such as tremors, rigidity, or involuntary muscle movements, which may require dose adjustments. Prolonged use may also increase the risk of tardive dyskinesia, a condition involving irreversible movement disorders.
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PROCHLORPERAZINE 10 MG/2 ML VL is manufactured by AVET PHARMACEUTICALS INC.
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