Prochlorperazine (Compazine, Stemzine, Buccastem M, Stemetil, Phenotil) is a dopaminergic D2 receptor antagonist that belongs to the phenothiazine class of antipsychotic agents that are used for the treatment of nausea and vertigo. It is also a highly potent typical antipsychotic and is 10–20× more potent than chlorpromazine. It is also used to treat migraine headaches.
Прохлорперазин molecular structure diagram from the DrugsPRO substance library.
Classification
Chemical: Medicine
Tag: Antipsychotic
Tag: Phenothiazine
Effects
Sedation
Motor Impairment
Akathisia Like Movement
Itchiness
Respiratory Depression
Dry Mouth
Reduced Anxiety
Anxiety Suppression
Dizziness
Motor Control Loss
Drowsiness
Euphoria
Dulled Perception
Open Eye Visuals
Dehydration
Appetite Change
Entity Imagery
Acuity Suppression
Routes of Administration
Oral
Dosage
Threshold: 2 mg
Common: 5-20 mg
Light: 2.5-5 mg
Strong: 20-40 mg
Duration
Onset: 0.5-0.8 h
Harm Reduction
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Sources
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Prochlorperazine: Prochlorperazine (Compazine, Stemzine, Buccastem M, Stemetil, Phenotil) is a dopaminergic D2 receptor antagonist that belongs to the phenothiazine class of antipsychotic agents that are used for the treatment of nausea and vertigo. It is also a highly potent typical antipsychotic a