Lybrate Logo
Get the App
For Doctors
Login/Sign-up
tab_logos
About
tab_logos
Feed
Overview

Vometil 5mg Tablet

Manufacturer :  Cipla Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Prochlorperazine
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About Vometil 5mg Tablet

Vometil 5mg Tablet falls under a category of drugs known as phenothiazine. It prevents feelings of extreme vomiting and nausea post-surgery or other kinds of medical treatment. It also treats schizophrenia.

On using this medication you may experience side effects such as lightheadedness, constipation, dry mouth, drowsiness, dizziness, dilated pupils, chest pain, difficulty in breathing, swelling of body parts, irregular heartbeat, drooling, muscle weakness, tiredness, unusual bleeding, restlessness, tremors, twitching, erectile dysfunction, headache, numbness and physical misbalance. If your reactions persist or become severe over time seek medical attention promptly.

Before using this medication inform your doctor if: you are allergic to any ingredient contained within Vometil 5mg Tablet, you are already taking any medications particularly astemizole, tramadol, terfenadine, pergolide, metoclopramide, dofetilide and cisapride. You are alcoholic or have drowsiness, you have blood/ heart/ kidney/ liver / mood disorders, you have high blood pressure, you have any other allergies, you are pregnant or are planning to become pregnant or are nursing a baby.

Ideally the dosage for Vometil 5mg Tablet should be determined by the doctor based on your medical history and current condition. The usual dose in adults for nausea is 5-10 mg, taken orally 3-4 times daily.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Psychiatrist before using this medicine.

    What are the uses of Vometil 5mg Tablet

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Psychiatrist before using this medicine.

    What are the side effects of Vometil 5mg Tablet ?

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Psychiatrist before using this medicine.

    Key highlights of Vometil 5mg Tablet

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Emidoxyn 5mg tablet md may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      Prochlorperazine should be avoided in patients with renal dysfunction.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Psychiatrist before using this medicine.

    What are the substitutes for Vometil 5mg Tablet ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Vometil 5mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Psychiatrist before using this medicine.

    How does this medication work?

    This medication possesses both antidopaminergic and anti-emetic effects. It inhibits the D2 somatodendritic autoreceptor. As a result, the gross dopamine turnover is increased, which in turn, contributes to its antiemetic properties.

      Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Psychiatrist before using this medicine.

      References

      • Prochlorperazine-Drug Information Portal [Internet].druginfo.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 15 June 2022].Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/prochlorperazine

      • Prochlorperazine-DrugBank Online [Internet].go.drugbank.com 2022 [Cited 15 June 2022].Available from:

        https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00433

      • Prochlorperazine tablet,solution-DailyMed [Internet].dailymed.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 15 June 2022].Available from:

        https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/search.cfm?labeltype=all&query=Prochlorperazine+

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
      swan-banner
      Sponsored

      Popular Questions & Answers

      View All

      I have bppv, when I goto hospital doctors give ...

      related_content_doctor

      Dr. Kavita Bhargava

      Psychologist

      Lybrate-user, please get your rorsach inkblot test done just to be sure that you do not need psyc...

      My top part of head started paining with ears n...

      related_content_doctor

      Dr. Jayvirsinh Chauhan

      Homeopath

      Hi Rahi... It may be Migraine or tension headache... But it is not that easy to prescribe any med...

      I'm 27 year old female. I had been got into fev...

      related_content_doctor

      Dr. Onkar Nadgouda

      General Physician

      Get your basic lab tests done cbc, mp,mat, dengue,esr, styphigm,widal and visit doctor with these...

      I am 29 years old female and single and I have ...

      related_content_doctor

      Dr. Purushottam Sah

      Sexologist

      It can be due to prochlorperazine which is part of vasograin. Do your serum prolactin test (blood...

      Hi, Mera periods 2 saal se band ho gaya he aur ...

      related_content_doctor

      Dr. Prashant K Vaidya

      Homeopath

      ypically, the most common anti-emetic drugs used for HG are: Antihistamines - Cyclizine and Prome...

      Table of content

      Content Details
      Profile Image
      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
      Reviewed By
      Profile Image
      Reviewed ByDr. Garima SharmaMBBS, Master in Healthcare Administration, Diploma in Occupational HealthGeneral Physician
      chat_icon

      Ask a free question

      Get FREE multiple opinions from Doctors

      posted anonymously
      swan-banner