Trimethobenzamide capsules

What are trimethobenzamide capsules?
TRIMETHOBENZAMIDE (Tiganreg;, Trimazidereg;) helps to control nausea and vomiting. Generic trimethobenzamide capsules are available.

What should my health care professional know before I receive trimethobenzamide?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

•dehydration
•recent viral illness
•stomach or intestinal problems
•an unusual or allergic reaction to trimethobenzamide, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
•pregnant or trying to get pregnant
•breast-feeding
•any other conditions or illnesses you might have

How should I use this medicine?
Take trimethobenzamide capsules by mouth. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Swallow the capsules with a drink of water. Take your doses at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed.

Contact your pediatrician or health care professional regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed. Capsules are typically not recommended for young children and are not used in infants.

What if I miss a dose?
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, use only that dose. Do not use double or extra doses.

What drug(s) may interact with trimethobenzamide?
•alcohol
•atropine, belladonna alkaloids, hyoscyamine, scopolamine
•medicines for sleep or anxiety
•medicines for pain
•phenobarbital or other barbiturates

Tell your prescriber or health care professional about all other medicines you are taking, including non-prescription medicines, nutritional supplements, or herbal products. Also tell your prescriber or health care professional if you are a frequent user of drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke, or if you use illegal drugs. These may affect the way your medicine works. Check with your health care professional before stopping or starting any of your medicines.

What side effects may I notice from receiving trimethobenzamide?
Side effects that you should report to your prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible:
•difficulty breathing, wheezing, shortness of breath
•tightness in the chest
•sore throat or fever
•shakiness or tremors
•seizures
•severe or continuing vomiting
•skin rash
•swelling of the face, tongue, throat, hands and feet
•yellowing of the eyes or skin
•unusual tiredness

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your prescriber or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
•blurred vision
•diarrhea
•dizziness
•drowsiness
•headache
•muscle cramps

What should I watch for while taking trimethobenzamide?
If your condition worsens after taking trimethobenzamide, contact your health care professional immediately.

Trimethobenzamide may cause blurred vision, dizziness, and drowsiness. Driving or operating machinery, or performing other tasks that require mental alertness requires caution when taking this drug. You should not participate in these activities until you determine how trimethobenzamide affects you.

Do not drink alcohol while taking trimethobenzamide. Alcohol can increase side effects.

Where can I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children.

Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Keep in a well-closed container. Throw away any unused portion after the expiration date.

 

NOTE: This information is not intended to cover all possible uses, precautions, interactions, or adverse effects for this drug. If you have questions about the drug(s) you are taking, check with your health care professional.

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