Off-Label Uses
In addition to its licensed uses, prochlorperazine has several off-label uses.
Prochlorperazine isnotused for migraine or headache prevention.
Prochlorperazine is also avoided during breastfeeding as the drug may be passed to the baby through breast milk.
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Other drug interactions are possible.
Compazine is available as a tablet, capsule, syrup, suppository, or intramuscular or intravenous injection.
Common side effects include sedation and agitation.
With prolonged use, a person may experience parkinsonism and tardive dyskinesia.
In rare cases, Compazine can cause a potentially life-threatening reaction known as neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS).
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