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Acuvert 5 mg Tablet 15's Substitute

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Composition:

PROCHLORPERAZINE-5MG

Uses:

Treatment of Nausea and vomiting in migraine, Schizophrenia, Anxiety disorder.

Medicinal Benefits:

Acuvert 5 mg Tablet 15's contains Prochlorperazine, which inhibits dopamine secretion that induces the vomiting centre (chemoreceptor trigger zone – CTZ) located in the brain. Thus, Acuvert 5 mg Tablet 15's prevents nausea and vomiting. Also, Acuvert 5 mg Tablet 15's controls psychotic symptoms in Schizophrenia and has a calming effect on people suffering from anxiety or mania.

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Acuvert 5 mg Tablet 15's is used to treat nausea and vomiting during a migraine, schizophrenia, mania, anxiety in the short term, and vertigo (dizziness) due to ear problems such as Meniere’s syndrome.

Acuvert 5 mg Tablet 15's contains Prochlorperazine, an antipsychotic drug that works by inhibiting dopamine receptors that stimulate the vomiting centre (chemoreceptor trigger zone – CTZ) located in the brain. Thus, Acuvert 5 mg Tablet 15's prevents nausea and vomiting. Also, Acuvert 5 mg Tablet 15's decreases the action of dopamine (a chemical messenger involved in transmitting messages between brain cells) in the brain and helps to control psychotic symptoms in Schizophrenia.

Yes, Acuvert 5 mg Tablet 15's may be used to treat vertigo (spinning sensation) caused due to ear problems such as Meniere’s syndrome (a disorder of the inner ear).

Acuvert 5 mg Tablet 15's may cause photosensitivity (extreme sensitivity to sunlight). Therefore, it is recommended to avoid exposure to direct sunlight while taking Acuvert 5 mg Tablet 15's.

You are not recommended to take Acuvert 5 mg Tablet 15's with alprazolam as co-administration of these medicines may increase adverse effects such as confusion, drowsiness, dizziness and difficulty in concentrating. However, please contact your doctor before using Acuvert 5 mg Tablet 15's with other medicines.

Acuvert 5 mg Tablet 15's should be used with caution in diabetes patients as it may cause an increase in blood sugar levels. Therefore, regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended while taking Acuvert 5 mg Tablet 15's if you are diabetic.

Acuvert 5 mg Tablet 15's may cause skin redness, itching and swelling if it comes in contact with the skin for a long time. Therefore, avoid contact of Acuvert 5 mg Tablet 15's with the skin for a long time as it may cause contact skin sensitization.

Yes, Acuvert 5 mg Tablet 15's does expire. Please verify the expiry date on the pack and it refers to the last day of that month. Acuvert 5 mg Tablet 15's should not be used after the expiry date.

No, Acuvert 5 mg Tablet 15's is not available over the counter. It is a prescription medication. Because it contains prochlorperazine, which can have significant side effects and requires medical supervision.

Acuvert 5 mg Tablet 15's is generally safe to use when taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. It's important to follow your doctor's instructions.

You can take Acuvert 5 mg Tablet 15's for as long as it is advised by your doctor. If you have any difficulty while taking Acuvert 5 mg Tablet 15's, please consult your doctor.

No, Acuvert 5 mg Tablet 15's is not known to be addictive. However, it's important to use Acuvert 5 mg Tablet 15's only as prescribed by your doctor and not to exceed the recommended dosage.

The common side effects of Acuvert 5 mg Tablet 15's are dry mouth, drowsiness, headache, dizziness, stuffy nose, irritability, missed menstrual periods, impotence (difficulty maintaining an erection), anxiety, skin rash, skin redness, itching, or swelling. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

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