Promethazine (Injection Route, Intravenous Route)


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Promethazine (Injection Route, Intravenous Route)

Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

US Brand Names

  • Antinaus 50
  • Phenergan
  • Promacot
  • Prorex

Description

Promethazine injection is used to relieve or prevent some types of allergy or allergic reactions. It works by preventing the effects of a substance called histamine, which is produced by the body. Histamine can cause itching, sneezing, runny nose, and watery eyes. It can sometimes close up the bronchial tubes (air passages of the lungs) and make breathing difficult.

Promethazine is also used to prevent and control motion sickness, nausea, vomiting, and dizziness. In addition, it may be used to help people go to sleep and control their pain or anxiety before or after surgery or other procedures.

Promethazine may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

This medicine is only available with your doctor's prescription.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

  • Solution
Before Using
DR602355 Portions of this document last updated: Dec. 1, 2012

Source: Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

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