Triflupromazine (Injection)

Triflupromazine (Injection)

Triflupromazine (trye-floo-PROE-ma-zeen)

Treats nausea, vomiting, and anxiety before or after surgery.

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 triflupromazine. This medicine should not be used if you have Parkinson's disease, or Reye's syndrome.

How to Use This Medicine:

Injectable

• Your doctor will prescribe your exact dose and tell you how often it should be given.
  
• An IM injection is a shot given in your muscle (upper arm, thigh, buttocks). An IV infusion is medicine that is put directly into your body through one of your veins.
  
• This medicine should be given by a nurse or other caregiver trained to give IV or IM medicine. Sometimes a family member or friend can be taught to give you this medicine.
  
• Avoid getting this medicine on your skin. If it does get on your skin, rinse the area thoroughly with water.
  
• Triflupromazine is usually light orange or yellow-green. You should not use the medicine if it has changed color.
  

If a dose is missed:

• This medicine needs to be given on a regular schedule. If you miss a dose, contact your doctor for instructions.
  

How to Store and Dispose of This Medicine:

• Store at room temperature, away from heat and light. Do not freeze.
  
• 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.

• Make sure your doctor knows if you are also taking insulin, medicine for high blood pressure, muscle relaxants, sedatives, or tranquilizers.
  
• Make sure your doctor knows if you take other medicines that may make you sleepy such as cold or allergy medicines, sleeping pills, tranquilizers, or narcotic pain killers.
  

Warnings While Using This Medicine: