Promethazine Hydrochloride (DBL) TM
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Active ingredients: promethazine
Pack: Promethazine Hydrochloride (DBL) 50 mg/2 mL injection, 5 x 2 mL ampoules
Brand name
(ARTG)
: DBL PROMETHAZINE HYDROCHLORIDE 50mg/2mL injection BP ampouleDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
INDICATION AS 8 January 2004: Promethazine Hydrochloride Injection BP is indicated for the following conditions: Treatment of allergic reactions such as: uncomplicated allergic conditions of the immediate type, e.g. pruritus, urticaria and angioedema, when oral therapy is impossible or contraindicated. Treatment and prevention of vomiting including: motion sickness; drug induced nausea; prevention and control of nausea and vomiting associated with certain types of anaesthesia and surgery, such as procedures with a high incidence of post-operative vomiting (e.g. gynaecological surgery, strabismus or middle ear surgery, and electroconvulsive therapy); in patients with a past history of motion sickness or post-operative vomiting; and in patients in whom avoidance of vomiting is crucial (e.g. neurosurgery and eye surgery). Promethazine has sedative effects and it is also used in: pre-operative, post-operative and obstetric (during labour) sedation.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Intramuscular
- Clear colourless solution
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Over 65 ?
(AHT)
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient promethazine
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
