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TRIMETHOBENZAMIDE (trye meth oh BEN za mide) helps to control nausea and vomiting after surgery. This medicine is also used to control nausea caused by stomach problems.
This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.
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This medication is injected into a muscle. It is given by your care team in a hospital or clinic setting.
Talk to your care team about the use of this medication in children. It is not approved for use in children.
Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.
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Do not take this medication with any of the following:
-Phenothiazines, such as chlorpromazine, mesoridazine, prochlorperazine, thioridazine
This medication may also interact with the following:
-Alcohol
-Atropine, belladonna alkaloids, hyoscyamine, scopolamine
-Barbiturates, such as phenobarbital
-Medications for pain
-Medications for sleep or anxiety
This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.
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Your condition will be monitored carefully while you are receiving this medication.
This medication may affect your coordination, reaction time, or judgement. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how this medication affects you. Sit up or stand slowly to reduce the risk of dizzy or fainting spells. Drink alcohol with this medication can increase the risk of these side effects.
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Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
•allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
•breathing problems
•shakiness or tremors
•seizures
•severe or continuing vomiting
•sore throat or fever
•swelling of the hands and feet
•tightness in the chest
•unusually tired
•yellowing of the eyes or skin
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
•diarrhea
•headache
•muscle cramps
•pain at site where injected
This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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This medication is given in a hospital or clinic and will not be stored at home.
NOTE: This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.
DISCLAIMER: This drug information content is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Patients should always consult their physician with any questions regarding a medical condition and to obtain medical advice and treatment. Drug information is sourced from GSDD (Gold Standard Drug Database ) provided by Elsevier.
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