DESCRIPTION

Stemetil Injection is used in the treatment of nausea and vomiting caused by various conditions. It is also used to treat vertigo (dizziness) due to ear problems (MeniereÕs syndrome). This medicine is also used in mental illnesses such as schizophrenia and short-term anxiety. Stemetil Injection is given by your doctor or nurse. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should take this medicine until your doctor tells you to stop. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine. The most common side effect is orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing). This is temporary and usually resolves with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about these side effects. It may also cause drowsiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness. Before taking this medicine you should let your doctor know if you have jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes), epilepsy, muscle weakness (myasthenia gravis), an underactive thyroid gland, increased pressure in the eye (glaucoma), enlarged prostate gland, liver, kidney, and heart problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor. Inform the doctor if you have ever abused alcohol.

INTRODUCTION

In Treatment of Anxiety Stemetil Injection reduces the symptoms of excessive anxiety and worry. It can also reduce feelings of restlessness, tiredness, difficulty concentrating, and feeling irritable. It will therefore help you go about your daily activities more easily and be more productive. Keep taking this medicine even if you feel well. Stopping it suddenly can cause serious problems. So, do not stop taking it without discussing it with your doctor. In Treatment of Nausea Stemetil Injection blocks the action of chemicals in the body that can make you feel or be sick. It is often used to prevent nausea and vomiting that may be caused due to some medicines and it is also effective in treating nausea/vomiting after an operation (in adults only). The dose will be decided by your doctor and you must always take this medicine as it is prescribed. In Treatment of Migraine Stemetil Injection helps treat and prevent migraine headaches. It changes the electrical activity in the brain, blocks chemicals responsible for pain sensation and also blocks signals that cause nausea/vomiting associated with migraines. By preventing and reducing the frequency of migraine headaches, it can help you carry out your daily activities and have a better quality of life. In Treatment of Vertigo Vertigo means a spinning sensation or dizziness that is triggered due to frequent movement or in people suffering from MeniereÕs disease. It can happen due to many reasons but it may also occur without any underlying disease. Stemetil Injection helps treat this sensation effectively. If you feel dizzy while getting up from the bed, sit for a while and then rise slowly to avoid having an accidental fall. In Treatment of Short term anxiety Stemetil Injection reduces the symptoms of excessive anxiety and worry that are triggered only at the time of stressful conditions that last for a shorter duration. These could be job interviews, exams, stage performances, etc. It can effectively manage feelings of restlessness, tiredness, difficulty concentrating, and feeling irritable. Stemetil Injection will therefore help you go about your daily activities more easily and be more productive.

USE OF

Treatment of Anxiety | Treatment of Nausea | Treatment of Vomiting | Treatment of Migraine | Treatment of Vertigo | Treatment of Short term anxiety

BENEFITS

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

FACTBOX 

Chemical Class::Phenothiazines Derivative|Habit Forming::No|Therapeutic Class::GASTRO INTESTINAL|Action Class::Dopamine (D2) receptor antagonist- Prochlorperazine

HOW TO USE

Stemetil Injection is a dopamine antagonist. It has an antipsychotic effect by blocking the action of dopamine, a chemical messenger in the brain that affects thoughts and mood. Dopamine also controls the region in the brain that causes nausea and vomiting. Therefore, Stemetil Injection also shows an antiemetic action.

SAFETY ADVICE

– Alcohol : UNSAFE – It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Stemetil Injection. – Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Information regarding the use of Stemetil Injection during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor. – Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Stemetil Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. Occasional short-term use of Stemetil Injection for the treatment of nausea and vomiting poses little risk to the breastfed infant. – Driving : UNSAFE – Stemetil Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. – Kidney : CAUTION – Stemetil Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Stemetil Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor. – Liver : CAUTION – Stemetil Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Stemetil Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

IF MISS

COMMON SIDE EFFECT

Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)

ALCOHOL INTERACTION

UNSAFE

PREGNANCY INTERACTION

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

LACTATION INTERACTION

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

KIDNEY INTERACTION

CAUTION

LIVER INTERACTION

CAUTION

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FAQ

Q. How does Stemetil Injection work?::: Stemetil Injection is used to treat mental disorders like schizophrenia. It is also used to treat and prevent nausea, and vomiting.It may be used to treat anxiety (short-term) in certain cases where other anti-anxiety drugs have been ineffective. It is also used to treat nausea, vomiting, dizziness or spinning sensations (vertigo) due to Meniere’s disease.It belongs to a class of medication call phenothiazines. It acts on the central nervous system by blocking certain receptors thus producing an anti-psychotic and anti-vomiting effect| Q. Does Stemetil Injection expire?::: Yes, Stemetil Injection does expire. Please check the expiry date written on the pack and it refers to the last day of that month. Do not use Stemetil Injection after the expiry date.| Q. Is Stemetil Injection available over the counter?::: Stemetil Injection is not available over the counter. It is available only on prescription from the doctor| Q. Is Stemetil Injection safe to use?::: Stemetil Injection is safe to use for a prescribed duration in the dose as advised by a doctor. | Q. How long can I take Stemetil Injection for?::: Stemetil Injection should only be taken for the duration as advised by the doctor for your condition.| Q. Is Stemetil Injection addictive?::: Stemetil Injection is not known to have any addictive potential. Please consult your doctor in case you have any other query regarding the same.

DISCLAIMER

The Contents of this website & medicine description are for informational purposes only and are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, treatment, or prevention of a disease or medical condition. Please consult a physician or doctor for the treatment and/or management of any disease or medicalconditioin without delay.