Phenergan 25 Tablet
Phenergan 25 MG Tablet is an antihistamine with sedative properties which is used to treat allergic reactions such as the runny nose, itching, sneezing, itchy or watery eyes, hives, rashes. It is also used to treat nausea and vomiting caused due to motion sickness and pre and postoperative sedation. This medicine is not recommended in patients with asthma and central nervous system depression disorders.
Substitutes
List of substitutes for Phenergan 25 MG Tablet
Avomine 25 MG Tablet
Abbott Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
Emin 25 MG Tablet
Cipla Ltd.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Phenergan 25 MG Tablet
Headache
Seizures
Tremors
Skin rash
Loss of strength
Increased sensitivity of the skin to sunlight
Excitation
Uses of Phenergan 25 MG Tablet
What is it prescribed for?
Allergic Rhinitis
This medicine is used in the treatment of the condition called allergic rhinitis (inflammation of the nose due to overreaction of the immune system due to external factors like allergens). The usual signs and symptoms for allergic rhinitis are stuffy or runny nose, itchy and watery eyes, redness or sneezing nose, etc and sometimes swelling in the eyes.
Sedation
This medicine used as a sedative in patients before and after surgery, during labour, and at other times.
Nausea and vomiting
This medicine is used to prevent and control nausea and vomiting in pre and postoperative patients.
Motion sickness
This medicine used to prevent and treat motion sickness, characterized by fatigue, uneasiness, dizziness and vomiting.
Urticaria
This medicine is used in the treatment of the condition called urticaria (a type of rash triggered due to many factors like medicine, food, or any external factors that may result in red and itchy rashes, raised bumps on the skin, etc.
Dosage
Phenergan 10 Tablet
Phenergan 25 Tablet
When not to use?
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a known allergy to promethazine or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.
Asthma
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of asthma or any respiratory disease due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects.
Central nervous system depression
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of central nervous system depression due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects.
Warnings
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.
General warnings
Use in children
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 2 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.
Driving or operating machinery
The use of this medicine may cause drowsiness or dizziness in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with this medicine.
Other medicines
This medicine may interact with many other medicines and may cause severe adverse effects. Hence, it is advised that you inform the doctor about all your current medicines including any herbs and supplements before beginning treatment with this medicine.
Liver disease
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients suffering from liver function impairment or active liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Kidney disease
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients suffering from kidney function impairment or active kidney diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Hypotension
Use of this medicine may cause a fall in blood pressure levels. This risk is especially higher in patients with a history of cardiovascular diseases. Close monitoring of blood pressure is recommended for such patients. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
Dosage
Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next scheduled dose, then the missed dose can be skipped. Do not use extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of overdose.
Interactions
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
N/A
Instructions
Consumption of alcohol during treatment with this medicine may increase the risk of severe side effects. These side effects may include confusion, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, weakness, and fainting. It is advised that you should avoid alcohol and not to perform activities which require high mental alertness like driving a vehicle and operating machinery when taking these medicines together.
Interaction with Medicine
Escitalopram
Tramadol
Antidiabetic medicines
Antihypertnsives
Fosphenytoin
Verapamil
Acebutolol
Amiodarone
Quinidine
Minoxidil Topical
Disease interactions
Cardiovascular disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of cardiovascular disorders due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects. Report any symptoms such as a headache, dizziness, change in heart rate, palpitations, shortness of breathing, etc. to the doctor immediately. Close monitoring of heart function and vital signs, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Impaired liver function
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function tests is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Impaired kidney function
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from kidney diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function tests is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Seizure disorders
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with seizure disorders since it may worsen the patient’s condition. Close monitoring of the patient’s condition is necessary during treatment with this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
General Instructions
Take this medicine exactly as directed by the doctor. Do not take larger amounts than prescribed. Any symptoms like dizziness and difficulty in concentration should be reported to the doctor. Do not perform activities that require mental alertness like driving a vehicle and operating machinery.
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