Child 12–17 years
It's not a first-choice medication because it can cause serious side effects, such as extreme sleepiness, falls, and uncontrolled muscle movements
Prochlorperazine is thought to work by blocking the action of a chemical
Elderly: Dose reduction may be necessary
uncontrolled chewing movements and movements of the arms and legs
Find information on Prochlorperazine (Compazine, Compro) in Davis’s Drug Guide including dosage, side effects, interactions, nursing implications, mechanism of action, half life, administration, and more
Prochlorperazine is a first-generation antipsychotic
inability to have or keep an erection
If the oral route is not appropriate, consider prescribing either: Prochlorperazine buccal tablets 3–6 mg twice a day (to be placed high in the buccal cavity and allowed to dissolve) [ ABPI, 2019 ], or
Therapeutic: antiemetics, antipsychotics
5–10 mg up to 3 times a day if required
Suppository (inserted rectally): Available in 2
For control of severe nausea and vomiting during surgery: 5–10 mg given 1–2 hours before induction of anesthesia
Description for Prochlorperazine Maleate Tablets
This belongs to a group of medicines called ‘phenothiazine antipsychotics’
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Prochlorperazine belongs to a group of medicines called phenothiazines
Most people are able to tolerate prochlorperazine and side effects are uncommon, but can include: tremors (shaking) abnormal or involuntary body and facial movements; sleepiness Prochlorperazine