- Prochlorperazine Maleate is a dopamine antagonist, blocking D2 receptors in the brain to control symptoms.
- Prochlorperazine Maleate treats nausea, vomiting, and psychotic disorders like schizophrenia.
Chemical Formula:
- C₂₀H₂₄ClN₃S·C₄H₄O₄
Mechanism of Action:
- Strong D2 receptor blockade
- Acts on chemoreceptor trigger
- (CTZ)
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Therapeutic Uses of Prochlorperazine Maleate:
- Nausea and vomiting
- Vertigo
- Schizophrenia
- Migraine-associated nausea
Side Effects of Prochlorperazine Maleate:
- High EPS risk
- Dystonia
- Sedation
- Dry mouth
- Tardive dyskinesia (long-term use)
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