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  • Manufactured by: Abbott India Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Prochlorperazine (5 mg)
  • Storage: Store at room temperature

Acuvert Information

Acuvert is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Nausea and Vomiting, Vertigo are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Acuvert has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Acuvert depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Acuvert side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Acuvert are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Acuvert has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Acuvert's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Acuvert can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Acuvert in conditions like Heart Disease. Other contraindications of Acuvert have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Acuvert may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Acuvert, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.


Acuvert Benefits & Uses

Acuvert is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Acuvert Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 4 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 4 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 4 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Acuvert Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Acuvert is used -

Severe

  • Drowsiness
  • Seizures (uncontrollable jerking of limbs)
  • Dry Mouth

Moderate

Mild

Acuvert Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Acuvert safe for pregnant women?


    No research has not been done till date on the safety of Acuvert for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.

    Unknown
  • Is the use of Acuvert safe during breastfeeding?


    Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Acuvert. Immediately discontinue Acuvert if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Acuvert on the Kidneys?


    Very few cases of side effects of Acuvert on kidney have been reported.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Acuvert on the Liver?


    Side effects of Acuvert rarely affect the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Acuvert on the Heart?


    Side effects of Acuvert rarely affect the heart.

    Mild

Severe Interaction of Acuvert with Other Drugs

Acuvert should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate


Acuvert Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Acuvert unless your doctor advises you to do so -


Frequently asked Questions about Acuvert

  • Is this Acuvert habit forming or addictive?


    Acuvert is not addictive in nature.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    After taking Acuvert, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Acuvert can make you drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Acuvert should be used only after doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    There is no benefit of taking Acuvert for mental disorders.

    No

Acuvert Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Acuvert


    Taking Acuvert with food is safe.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Acuvert


    Consumption of alcohol and Acuvert together may have severe effects on your health.

    Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Prochlorperazine edisylate

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 168,177,178

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Prochlorperazine edisylate

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 168,177,178


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