Compazine
Compazine is prochlorperazine 5mg tablets for nausea, vomiting and vertigo. A phenothiazine that blocks dopamine at the chemoreceptor trigger zone.
- Category
- Digestive Health
- Active ingredient
- Prochlorperazine
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 5mg
No prescription needed: we place your order for Compazine on your behalf.
- Alternative names
- Stemetil
- Therapeutic class
- Phenothiazine Antipsychotic
- Pharmacological class
- Dopamine Antagonist
- Known off-label uses
- anxiety
- Contraindications
- circulatory collapse; severe central nervous system depression
- Precautions and warnings
- may cause drowsiness; use with caution in elderly patients
- Minor side effects
- drowsiness; dizziness; dry mouth
- Moderate side effects
- extrapyramidal symptoms; tachycardia; blurred vision
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Manufacturer
- Sanofi
- Onset Time
- 30–60 minutes
- Duration
- 4–6 hours
- Storage instructions
- Keep at room temperature.
- Drug interactions
- alcohol; sedatives; opioids
- Age restrictions
- Not recommended for children under 2 years.
Serious side effects
neuroleptic malignant syndrome, requires immediate medical attention; tardive dyskinesia, requires immediate medical attention; agranulocytosis, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Compazine is prochlorperazine 5mg tablets for nausea, vomiting and vertigo. A phenothiazine that blocks dopamine at the chemoreceptor trigger zone.
Mechanism of action
Prochlorperazine acts centrally by blocking dopamine receptors in the brain's chemoreceptor trigger zone. This action suppresses the signaling pathway that triggers nausea and vomiting reflexes.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Should be avoided during pregnancy unless clearly necessary. Breastfeeding: May be used if clinically indicated; monitor infant.
Compazine is a recognised brand of prochlorperazine, a medication used to treat nausea, vomiting and vertigo. The same active ingredient is also sold under the brand name Stemetil, supplied as a tablet in a strength of 5mg. It remains a primary choice for managing symptoms associated with inner ear disturbances or related ailments.
Buying Compazine online
Generic prochlorperazine, much of it made in India, is far more affordable than the original brand, making it a practical choice for patients who need access to these specific tablets away from home.
Is Compazine a generic or a brand?
Compazine is a brand name for prochlorperazine. What you receive is a generic or branded generic, in the strength listed. The manufacturer varies with stock. Prochlorperazine is a phenothiazine antipsychotic.
How is Compazine priced?
Compazine comes in a 5mg strength, in packs of 30 to 360 tablets. Each option's price is shown on this page in Singapore dollars, converted from US dollars, so the exchange rate can change the final amount. Larger packs work out cheaper per tablet.
Payment and prices →What other brands contain the same active ingredient as Compazine?
In other countries, prochlorperazine is also sold as Stemetil.
How long does Compazine take to work?
Compazine usually starts to work within 30 to 60 minutes. Some people notice it sooner, others later.
What are the side effects of Compazine?
The most common side effects of prochlorperazine are drowsiness, dizziness and dry mouth. Less common ones are movement problems (extrapyramidal symptoms), a fast heartbeat (tachycardia) and blurred vision. Serious side effects include a rare reaction with high fever and stiff muscles (neuroleptic malignant syndrome), lasting involuntary movements (tardive dyskinesia) and a severe drop in white blood cells (agranulocytosis). Get medical help straight away if you notice one of these serious effects.
Does Compazine interact with alcohol?
Alcohol can interact with prochlorperazine, so ask a doctor or pharmacist whether you can drink while you take Compazine.
Which medicines interact with Compazine?
Prochlorperazine can interact with sedatives and opioids. Before you start Compazine, tell your doctor or pharmacist about any medicines, supplements or herbal remedies you take.
Can I order Compazine without a prescription?
Yes. SGMeds does not ask for a prescription to order Compazine: we place the order with our pharmacy partner, which prepares it and arranges delivery on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Do you deliver Compazine to Singapore?
Yes. We deliver to Singapore and Malaysia. Express shipping is tracked and takes up to 1 week, and Regular shipping takes up to 3 weeks.
How ordering works →