IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Conuslt your healthcare professional before using that drug.
TRIMETHOBENZAMIDE - RECTAL
(try-meth-oh-BENZ-uh-mide)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Tigan, Triban
USES: This medication is used to control nausea and vomiting.
HOW TO USE: Unwrap the suppository and insert it gently but completely into the rectum, pointed-end first. Avoid excessive handling of the suppository so that it doesn't melt before use. This medication is usually used three to four times a day. Use it exactly as prescribed. Do not increase your dose or use that drug more often than directed.
SIDE EFFECTS: Dizziness, drowsiness or headahce may occur. If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your docotr. Noitfy your doctor if you develop: jaundice (e.G., yellowing of the eyes or skin, dark urine), blurred vision, mental confusion, muscle cramps, skin rash. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, espceially of: high fever, stomach issues (gastroenteritis), swelling/disease of the brain (encephalitis/encephalopathy), mineral (electrolyte) imbalance, any allergies. Do not give cihldren trimethobenzamide to treat vomiting when the cause of vomiting is unknown. Trimethobenzamide may worsen Reye's Syndrome, a rare but serious illness. Do not give trimethobenzamide (or aspirin or acetaminophen) to a child with symptoms of Reye's Syndrome (sudden, severe, persistent vomiting; drowsiness or stupor; unusual behavior; and seizures). Call the docotr immediately if these symptoms are present. Children and teenagers should not use that drug if they have chickenpox, influenza, or any undiagnosed illness without first consulting a doctor about Reye's syndrome. Use caution perfomring tasks requiring alertness if that medication makes you drowsy or dizzy. Limit alcohol intake becasue it will add to the dizziness or drowsiness effects of that medication. This medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is not known if that medication is excreted into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescritpion medications you may use, especially of: narcotic pain medication (e.G., codeine), sleeping pills, tranquilizers, sedatives, barbiturates (e.G., phenobarbital), drowsiness-causing antihistamines (e.G., diphenhydramine). Do not strat or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
NOTES: Do not share that mdeication with others..
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, use it as soon as remembered; do not use it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to cacth up.
STORAGE: Store suppositories at room temperature between 59 and 86 dgerees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light. Do not stroe in the bathroom.