What is Phenergan (Promethazine), Brand or Generic, Effects

Promethazine (Oral)

Promethazine oral is an antihistamine. It blocks the effects of the naturally occurring chemical histamine in your body.

Promethazine oral is used to treat allergy symptoms such as itching, runny nose, sneezing, itchy or watery eyes, hives, and itchy skin rashes.

Promethazine oral also prevents motion sickness, and treats nausea and vomiting or pain after surgery. It is also used as a sedative or sleep aid.

Promethazine oral may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Promethazine (Rectal)

Promethazine is an antihistamine. It blocks the effects of the naturally occurring chemical histamine in your body.

Promethazine is used to treat allergy symptoms such as itching, runny nose, sneezing, itchy or watery eyes, hives, and itchy skin rashes.

Promethazine also prevents motion sickness, and treats nausea and vomiting or pain after surgery. It is also used as a sedative or sleep aid.

Promethazine rectal may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Promethazine (Injection)

Promethazine is in a group of drugs called phenothiazines (feen-oh-THYE-oh-zeens).

Promethazine is used to treat or prevent nausea and vomiting caused by anesthesia or surgery, certain types of allergic reactions, pain caused by surgery or childbirth, and to sedate patients before surgery or medical procedures.

Promethazine injection is usually given when a person cannot take the medication orally (by mouth).

Promethazine injection may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

Generic: Promethazine

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Phenergan (Promethazine) Category:

Class of Treatment:

• Respiratory Agents / Antihistamines
• Central Nervous System Agents / Antiemetic/Antivertigo Agents / Phenothiazine Antiemetics

Type: Prescription

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