Tavomine Tablets Tablet (Promethazine Hydrochloride) — Uses, Dosage & NAFDAC

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What is this drug?

Promethazine is an antihistamine that works by blocking a natural substance called histamine in your body. It helps reduce allergic reactions, prevents nausea and vomiting, and can make you feel sleepy, which is why it is sometimes used to help with sleep or calm you down before surgery.

What is it used for?

Allergies (sneezingitchingwatery eyesskin rash)nausea and vomitingmotion sickness (travel sickness)difficulty sleepingcough and cold symptomsitchy skin

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Cough & Cold Allergies Nausea & Vomiting Eczema & Skin Rashes Anxiety & Sleep Problems

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How to take this drug

For allergies: Take one 25 mg tablet at bedtime, or 10-25 mg two to three times daily. For motion sickness: Take 25 mg about 30 minutes to 1 hour before travelling, and repeat every 8-12 hours if needed. For nausea and vomiting: Take 12.5-25 mg every 4-6 hours as needed. You can take it with food to reduce stomach upset. This drug makes you very drowsy, so take it at night if you only need one dose a day.

What if I Miss a Dose?

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. But if it is almost time for your next dose, just skip the missed one and continue as normal. Do not take a double dose to make up for the one you missed.

What to watch out for

This drug is commonly abused in Nigeria when mixed with codeine cough syrup — do not use it to get high, it is very dangerous and can kill. Do not buy from roadside sellers or unregistered vendors as fake versions are common. Because it causes heavy drowsiness, do not drive okada, keke, or any vehicle after taking it.

Common Side Effects

Feeling very sleepy or drowsy
dry mouth
dizziness
blurred vision
constipation. The drowsiness is very strong with this drug — avoid driving or operating machines after taking it.

Serious Side Effects

Difficulty breathing or swelling of the face
lips
or throat (this could be a severe allergic reaction — go to the hospital immediately). Uncontrollable movements of the face
tongue
or body (stiffness
shaking). Severe confusion
fast or irregular heartbeat
or yellowing of the skin or eyes — see a doctor right away.

Drug Interactions

Alcohol: Do not drink alcohol while taking promethazine — it makes the drowsiness much worse and can be dangerous. Tramadol and codeine: Taking promethazine with these painkillers increases the risk of extreme drowsiness, slow breathing, and even death. Other sleeping pills or sedatives (like diazepam): Combining them with promethazine can cause dangerously deep sleep.

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Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Warning

Promethazine is not recommended during pregnancy, especially in the last trimester, and should be avoided while breastfeeding unless your doctor specifically prescribes it — always consult your doctor first.

Who Should NOT Take This

Children under 2 years old
people with severe liver problems
people with breathing conditions like asthma or chronic bronchitis
anyone who has had a bad reaction to promethazine or similar antihistamines before
people with glaucoma (eye pressure disease)
and people with epilepsy (seizures) should use it with caution or avoid it.

How to Store

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat — Nigerian weather can spoil medicines quickly. Do not store in the bathroom where there is humidity. Keep the bottle or pack tightly closed and always keep it far out of reach of children.

For information only — not medical advice. Always talk to a doctor or pharmacist before changing your medication.

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