Prochlorperazine
Brand Names
Compazine®, Compro® (There may be other brand names)
How is it Administered?
Prochlorperazine may be given by injection into a muscle or into a vein (intravenous or IV). It is also available as a table and in the form of a rectal suppository.
What is it Used For?
Prochlorperazine is used to control nausea and vomiting.
How Does it Work?
Prochlorperazine is a phenothiazine, a class of antipsychotic drugs. It works against nausea by blocking certain receptors in the brain.
