Phenergan

What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

glaucoma

high blood pressure or heart disease

kidney disease

liver disease

lung or breathing disease, like asthma

prostate trouble

pain or difficulty passing urine

seizures

an unusual or allergic reaction to promethazine or phenothiazines, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives

pregnant or trying to get pregnant

breast-feeding

How should I use this medicine?

Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Take your doses at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed.
Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed. This medicine should not be given to infants and children younger than 2 years old.
Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.

What if I miss a dose?

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.

What may interact with this medicine?

Do not take this medicine with any of the following medications:

medicines called MAO Inhibitors like Nardil, Parnate, Marplan, Eldepryl

other phenothiazines like trimethobenzamide

This medicine may also interact with the following medications:

barbiturates like phenobarbital

bromocriptine

certain antidepressants

certain antihistamines used in allergy or cold medicines

epinephrine

levodopa

medicines for sleep

medicines for mental problems and psychotic disturbances

medicines for movement abnormalities as in Parkinson's disease, or for gastrointestinal problems

muscle relaxants

prescription pain medicines

This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.

What should I watch for while using this medicine?

Tell your doctor or health care professional if your symptoms do not start to get better in 1 to 2 days.
You may get drowsy or dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how this medicine affects you. To reduce the risk of dizzy or fainting spells, do not stand or sit up quickly, especially if you are an older patient. Alcohol may increase dizziness and drowsiness. Avoid alcoholic drinks.
Your mouth may get dry. Chewing sugarless gum or sucking hard candy, and drinking plenty of water may help. Contact your doctor if the problem does not go away or is severe.
This medicine may cause dry eyes and blurred vision. If you wear contact lenses you may feel some discomfort. Lubricating drops may help. See your eye doctor if the problem does not go away or is severe.
This medicine can make you more sensitive to the sun. Keep out of the sun. If you cannot avoid being in the sun, wear protective clothing and use sunscreen. Do not use sun lamps or tanning beds/booths.
If you are diabetic, check your blood-sugar levels regularly.

What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:

blurred vision

rregular heartbeat, palpitations or chest pain

muscle or facial twitches

pain or difficulty passing urine

seizures

skin rash

slowed or shallow breathing

unusual bleeding or bruising

yellowing of the eyes or skin

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

headache

nightmares, agitation, nervousness, excitability, not able to sleep (these are more likely in children)

stuffy nose

Where should I keep my medicine?

Keep out of the reach of children.
Store at room temperature, between 20 and 25 degrees C (68 and 77 degrees F). Protect from light. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.