Question 1

is is possible that an overdose of pericyazine if take with alcohol as well or will i just be able 
e to sleep off?

Accepted Answer

Pericyazine is not : approved for use in the U.S. It is dangerous to take it with alcohol. Learn about its benefits, risks &amp; drug interactions on http://www.medicinenet.com/script/main/mobileart.asp?articlekey=44418&amp;page=3.

Question 2

is phenergan (promethazine) an antiemetic?

Accepted Answer

Yes.: This is a first-generation antihistamine used for hay fever (allergic rhinitis), and to treat allergic reactions.  It is also used as a sedative and to treat motion sickness, since it has anti emetic effects.

Question 3

is chlorpromazine (thorazine) effective?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Thorazine (chlorpromazine) can be prescribed for many conditions including psychosis, nausea and vomiting, sedation, and intractable hiccups at a wide range of doses. It can certainly be effective in some individuals, however side effects including sedation and weight gain may be problematic for some.

Question 4

is reglan (metoclopramide) an antipsychotic?

Accepted Answer

No: It's an anti-emetic (nausea).

Question 5

is there an drug interaction with haldol, (haloperidol) olanzapine, zyprexa and the antidepressant wellbutrin?

Accepted Answer

Yes there are: Zyprexa (olanzapine) is the trade name for Olanzapine so you only have 3 unique drugs listed though some would argue that brand &amp; generic named drugs are technically 2 distinct forms of chemical compounds. There are several SIGNIFICANT reactions (heart rhythm, sedation, neurological issues) that could occur with these drugs so you should talk things over with your doctor if there are concerns or side effects.

Question 6

negative side-effects with compazine (prochlorperazine)?

Accepted Answer

Compazine (prochlorperazine): Side effects of Compazine (prochlorperazine) can be serious and are related to the compound itself, which is a mild anti-psychotic drug with structure similar to other older antiphyschotics.  Serious effects can involve spastic movement, temperature increase and muscle breakdown with high fever that is life threatening in rare cases.  More common is spastic movements called extra-pyramidal effects, disjointed mvmt.

Question 7

is acepromazine like ketamine?

Accepted Answer

No: Acepromazine and ketamine can both be used as animal anesthetics, but they are not the same drug.  Ketamine is a nonbarbiturate anesthetic, and acepromazine is a phenothiazine related to thorazine (chlorpromazine) ( the first human antipsychotic agent discovered).  Sometimes veterinarians may use the 2 of these drugs together.

Question 8

is vistaril (hydroxyzine) or promethazine more sedating?

Accepted Answer

Can't tell: It depends on the dose and how your body responds to them since either is sedating to a degree.

Question 9

effects of nortriptyline hydrochloride?

Accepted Answer

Complicated: This tca antidepressant can also treat pain & enuresis. May work by increasing norepinephrine & serotonin.  It is also antihistaminic. Common side effects (se's) include dry mouth, sedation, constipation, blurry vision & increased appetite.  May increase suicidal ideation in a few patients. Should be monitored by md if there is a history of heart problems or suicidal behaviors.

Question 10

which causes more drowsiness - compazine (prochlorperazine) or zofran?

Accepted Answer

Compazine (prochlorperazine) does...: Ondansetron (zofran), a powerful  anti-nausea drug, is a serotonin 5-ht3 receptor antagonist. It blocks these "receptors" linked to the crtz..The "vomiting center" located in our brains. Compared to compazine, (prochlorperazine) a piperazine phenothiazine linked to other brain receptors (d2), it causes very little sedation. Both are used to decrease nausea and vomiting after surgery.

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