Trifluoperazine (Oral)
Key points
- Sometimes given for nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy.
- You should not use this medicine if you have ever had an allergic reaction to trifluoperazine or to any other phenothiazines, such as Mellarilreg;, Prolixinreg;, Thorazinereg;, or Trilafonreg;.
- Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
- Belongs to a class of drugs called phenothiazines.
Trifluoperazine (By Mouth)
Trifluoperazine (trye-floo-oh-PER-a-zeen)
Treats psychotic disorders and anxiety. Sometimes given for nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy. Belongs to a class of drugs called phenothiazines.
Brand Name(s):
There may be other brand names for this medicine.
When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:
You should not use this medicine if you have ever had an allergic reaction to trifluoperazine or to any other phenothiazines, such as Mellarilreg;, Prolixinreg;, Thorazinereg;, or Trilafonreg;.
How to Use This Medicine:
Tablet, Capsule, Liquid
- Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to take and how often.
- Take with food to avoid stomach upset.
- Measure the oral liquid using the marked dropper that comes with the medicine. Mix with a full glass of water, milk, juice, or soda pop. Drink the medicine right away. Avoid getting this medicine on your skin.
If a dose is missed:
- Take the missed dose as soon as possible.
- If it is almost time for your next regular dose, wait until then to take your medicine and skip the missed dose.
- You should not use two doses at the same time.
How to Store and Dispose of This Medicine:
- Store at room temperature in a closed container, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
- Keep all medicine out of the reach of children.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid:
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
- Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine.
- Make sure your doctor knows if you are taking other drugs that can make you sleepy such as narcotic pain killers, sleeping pills, sedatives, or cold or allergy medicine.
Warnings While Using This Medicine:
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before taking this medicine.
Written and revised by
David Cohen, M.D.
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