Manufacturer: Generic, India
Pharmaceutical name: Pack: 1 tab (25 mg)
Promethazine, a phenothiazine-derivative antihistamine, is used to treat symptoms of allergy such as hay fever, skin allergies and various other allergies.
How to use:
Consult your health care professional about the risks of taking this medicine for your condition before starting on a course with this medicine. Take exactly as prescribed by your health care professional. Contact your paediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children.
Side effects:
If you notice any of the symptoms listed below or any other symptoms which seem severe/persistent contact your doctor immediately.
Increased sensitivity to sun/ultraviolet light, inability to sleep (more likely in children), unusual bleeding/bruising/tiredness, agitation/nervousness/excitability, irregular heartbeat/palpitations, stuffy nose, skin rash, seizures, nightmares, headache, dry mouth, chest pain, blurred vision, yellowing of the eyes/skin, sore mouth/gums/throat, muscle/facial twitches, difficulty/pain passing urine, drowsiness/dizziness, shallow breathing, fainting spells.
Interaction:
Inform your doctor if you are allergic to the formulation of this medication or any other medication in any other form.
Missed Dose:
Do not double doses to make up for a missed dose. Consult your health care professional about your missed dose.
Precaution:
Avoid alcohol and alcohol containing beverages whilst on a course with this medication.
