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Brand names: Optison™

Español:
• Tabletas de tietilperazina

Thiethylperazine tablets

What are thiethylperazine tablets?

THIETHYLPERAZINE (Norzine®, Torecan®) helps to control nausea and vomiting, including nausea that occurs after surgery, or with the treatment of cancer (chemotherapy). Generic thiethylperazine tablets are not yet available.

NOTE: This drug is discontinued in the US.

What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
• blood disorders or disease
• difficutly passing urine
• glaucoma
• liver disease or jaundice
• low blood pressure
• Parkinson's disease or uncontrollable movement disorder
• pheochromocytoma
• prostate trouble
• seizures (convulsions)
• an unusual or allergic reaction to thiethylperazine, tartrazine dye, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
• pregnant or trying to get pregnant
• breast-feeding

How should I take this medicine?

Take thiethylperazine tablets by mouth. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Swallow the tablets with a drink of water. Take your doses at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed.

Contact your pediatrician or health care professional regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.

What if I miss a dose?

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.

What drug(s) may interact with thiethylperazine?

• alcohol
• bromocriptine
• lithium
• medicines for movement abnormalities as in Parkinson's disease, or for gastrointestinal problems
• medicines for pain
• seizure (convulsion) or epilepsy medicine

Tell your prescriber or health care professional about all other medicines you are taking, including non-prescription medicines, nutritional supplements, or herbal products. Also tell your prescriber or health care professional if you are a frequent user of drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke, or if you use illegal drugs. These may affect the way your medicine works. Check with your health care professional before stopping or starting any of your medicines.

What should I watch for while taking thiethylperazine?

Visit your prescriber or health care professional for regular checks on your progress. If you have been taking thiethylperazine regularly, do not stop taking it suddenly, this can cause nausea, vomiting, and dizziness. Ask your prescriber or health care professional for advice if you are to stop taking this medicine.

You may get drowsy, dizzy, or have blurred vision. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how thiethylperazine affects you. Do not stand or sit up quickly, especially if you are an older patient. This reduces the risk of dizzy or fainting spells. Alcohol can increase possible dizziness or drowsiness. Avoid alcoholic drinks.

Thiethylperazine can reduce the response of your body to heat or cold. Try not to get overheated. Avoid temperature extremes, such as saunas, hot tubs, or very hot or cold baths or showers. Dress warmly in cold weather.

Thiethylperazine can make your skin more sensitive to sun or ultraviolet light. Keep out of the sun, or wear protective clothing outdoors and use a sunscreen (at least SPF 15). Do not use sun lamps or sun tanning beds or booths. Wear sunglasses to protect your eyes.

Your mouth may get dry, chewing sugarless gum or sucking hard candy and drinking plenty of water will help.

Do not treat yourself for coughs, colds, sore throat, or allergies. Ask your prescriber or health care professional for advice.

If you are going to have surgery, tell your prescriber or health care professional that you are taking thiethylperazine.

What side effects may I notice from taking thiethylperazine?

Side effects that you should report to your prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible:
• blurred vision
• breast enlargement in men or women
• breast milk in women who are not breast-feeding
• chest pain, fast or irregular heartbeat
• confusion, restlessness
• dark yellow or brown urine
• difficulty breathing or swallowing
• dizziness or fainting spells
• drooling, shaking, movement difficulty (shuffling walk) or rigidity
• fever, chills, sore throat
• involuntary or uncontrollable movements of the eyes, mouth, head, arms, and legs
• menstrual changes
• seizures (convulsions)
• sexual difficulties (decreased sexual desire or impotence)
• slurred speech
• stomach area pain
• sweating
• unusual weakness or tiredness
• unusual bleeding or bruising
• yellowing of skin or eyes

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your prescriber or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
• constipation
• difficulty passing urine
• drowsiness
• dry mouth
• headache
• increased sensitivity to the sun or ultraviolet light
• skin rash, or itching

Where can I keep my medicine?

Keep out of the reach of children in a container that small children cannot open.

Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Protect from light. Keep container tightly closed. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.

Last updated: 4/29/2004 1:40:00 PM

Important Disclaimer: The drug information provided here is for educational purposes only. It is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the diagnosis, treatment and advice of a medical professional. This drug information does not cover all possible uses, precautions, side effects and interactions. It should not be construed to indicate that this or any drug is safe for you. Consult your medical professional for guidance before using any prescription or over the counter drugs.