What to do in case of Promethazine overdose
July 16, 2008 – 4:58 pm
Advices:
Promethazine, Phenergan is used in relieving allergy symptoms, including hives and nasal congestionprevent and control pain and nausea during and after surgery. It is also used to help produce light sleep, and for the prevention of motion sickness. Promethazine is a phenothiazine antihistamine. It works by blocking the sights where histamine acts.
In case of overdose If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.
Symptoms of overdose may include:
* difficulty breathing
* slowed or stopped breathing
* dizziness
* lightheadedness
* fainting
* loss of consciousness
* fast heartbeat
* tight muscles that are difficult to move
* loss of coordination
* continuous twisting movements of the hands and feet
* dry mouth
* wide pupils (black circles in the middle of the eyes)
* flushing
* upset stomach
* constipation
* abnormal excitement or agitation