Is Phenergan OK before surgery?

Is Phenergan OK before surgery?

Hear this out loudPauseWhen used before surgery, promethazine may be taken the night before or just before the procedure and may be continued afterwards as directed. If you are using the liquid form of this medication, carefully measure the dose using a special measuring device/spoon.

Can Phenergan cause blood clots?

Hear this out loudPauseCardiovascular Effects Tachycardia, bradycardia, faintness, dizziness, and increases and decreases in blood pressure have been reported following the use of promethazine hydrochloride (promethazine hydrochloride injection) . Venous thrombosis at the injection site has been reported.

Does Phenergan affect the liver?

Hear this out loudPauseHepatotoxicity. Despite widespread use and similarity to phenothiazines, promethazine has not been clearly linked to liver test abnormalities or to clinically apparent liver injury. The reason for its safety may relate to low daily dose and limited duration of use.

Does Phenergan help with dizziness?

Hear this out loudPausePromethazine 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 .

Is Phenergan for sleep addictive?

Hear this out loudPausePromethazine (‘Phenergan’) is my first line medication for treating insomnia as it is not addictive and in my clinical practice effective although patients should be warned about driving with the associated drowsiness.

When should you not take Phenergan?

Hear this out loudPauseStop using Phenergan and call your doctor at once if you have twitching or uncontrollable movements of your eyes, lips, tongue, face, arms, or legs. These could be early signs of dangerous side effects. Phenergan should not be given to a child younger than 2 years old.

Can you take Phenergan every night?

Hear this out loudPauseDo not exceed the recommended dose. Phenergan Night Time can make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. Keep out of direct sunlight while taking this medicine. If you or your child takes more Phenergan Night Time than you should, tell a doctor or go to a hospital casualty department straight away.

Is Phenergan bad for your heart?

Hear this out loudPauseHeart rate disturbances, dry mouth, confusion, tinnitus (a ringing in the ears), double vision, anxiety, and dizziness have also been reported. Rarely, respiratory depression (unusually slow and shallow breathing); children are more at risk.

Is Phenergan any good for sleep?

Hear this out loudPauseWill it help me sleep? Yes. If you take it for insomnia or take it at night time, promethazine will help you sleep. If you take it during the day for other conditions, such as allergies, it might cause daytime sleepiness, too.

Can I take 2 25mg Phenergan?

Hear this out loudPauseThe average adult dose is 25 mg taken twice daily. The initial dose should be taken one-half to one hour before anticipated travel and be repeated 8 to 12 hours later, if necessary. On succeeding days of travel, it is recommended that 25 mg be given on arising and again before the evening meal.

Who should not take Phenergan?

Hear this out loudPauseAny person who is unconscious or in a coma must not be treated with Phenergan. Do not give Phenergan to newborn or premature babies. Do not use for children less than two years of age, due to the potential for fatal respiratory depression. Do not take Phenergan if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.

What are Phenergan 25mg used for?

Hear this out loudPausePhenergan Tablets are used to treat the following conditions: For short term use: to treat adults with difficulty sleeping (insomnia) To treat allergic conditions such as hay fever or rashes (like nettle rash or hives) To treat or stop you feeling sick (nausea) or being sick (vomiting) such as travel sickness.