Comptil 12.5mg Injection is used in the treatment of nausea and vomiting caused by various conditions. It is also used to treat vertigo (dizziness) due to ear problems (Meniere’s syndrome). This medicine is also used in mental illnesses such as schizophrenia and short-term anxiety.

Comptil 12.5mg Injection is given by your doctor or nurse. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should take this medicine until your doctor tells you to stop. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effect is orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing). This is temporary and usually resolves with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about these side effects. It may also cause constipation, dry mouth, blurred vision, Parkinsonism, and drowsiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness.

Before taking this medicine you should let your doctor know if you have jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes), epilepsy, muscle weakness (myasthenia gravis), an underactive thyroid gland, increased pressure in the eye (glaucoma), enlarged prostate gland, liver, kidney, and heart problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor. Inform the doctor if you have ever abused alcohol.

Uses of Comptil Injection

Benefits of Comptil Injection

In Treatment of Anxiety

Comptil 12.5mg Injection reduces the symptoms of excessive anxiety and worry. It can also reduce feelings of restlessness, tiredness, difficulty concentrating, and feeling irritable. It will therefore help you go about your daily activities more easily and be more productive. Keep taking this medicine even if you feel well. Stopping it suddenly can cause serious problems. So, do not stop taking it without discussing it with your doctor.

In Treatment of Migraine

Comptil 12.5mg Injection helps treat and prevent migraine headaches. It changes the electrical activity in the brain, blocks chemicals responsible for pain sensation and also blocks signals that cause nausea/vomiting associated with migraines. By preventing and reducing the frequency of migraine headaches, it can help you carry out your daily activities and have a better quality of life.

In Treatment of Short term anxiety

Comptil 12.5mg Injection reduces the symptoms of excessive anxiety and worry that are triggered only at the time of stressful conditions that last for a shorter duration. These could be job interviews, exams, stage performances, etc. It can effectively manage feelings of restlessness, tiredness, difficulty concentrating, and feeling irritable. Comptil 12.5mg Injection will therefore help you go about your daily activities more easily and be more productive.

In Treatment of Vertigo

Vertigo means a spinning sensation or dizziness that is triggered due to frequent movement or in people suffering from Meniere’s disease. It can happen due to many reasons but it may also occur without any underlying disease. Comptil 12.5mg Injection helps treat this sensation effectively. If you feel dizzy while getting up from the bed, sit for a while and then rise slowly to avoid having an accidental fall.

In Treatment of Nausea

Comptil 12.5mg Injection blocks the action of chemicals in the body that can make you feel or be sick. It is often used to prevent nausea and vomiting that may be caused due to some medicines and it is also effective in treating nausea/vomiting after an operation (in adults only). The dose will be decided by your doctor and you must always take this medicine as it is prescribed.

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Side effects of Comptil Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Comptil

Drowsiness
Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
Constipation
Parkinsonism
Blurred vision
Dryness in mouth

How to use Comptil Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Comptil Injection works

Comptil 12.5mg Injection is a dopamine antagonist. It has an antipsychotic effect by blocking the action of dopamine, a chemical messenger in the brain that affects thoughts and mood. Dopamine also controls the region in the brain that causes nausea and vomiting. Therefore, Comptil 12.5mg Injection also shows an antiemetic action.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Comptil 12.5mg Injection.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Comptil 12.5mg Injection during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Comptil 12.5mg Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Comptil 12.5mg Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Comptil 12.5mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Comptil 12.5mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Comptil 12.5mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Comptil 12.5mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

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Quick tips

Comptil 12.5mg Injection is used for the prevention and treatment of nausea and vomiting.
It may also be used to treat dizziness associated with problems of the inner ear such as Meniere’s Syndrome.
It may cause sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Comptil 12.5mg Injection as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
It makes you more likely to get heatstroke. Avoid heavy exercising and drink plenty of fluids.
It can cause your skin to be more sensitive to sunlight. Avoid exposure to direct sunlight while having this medicine.

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Phenothiazines Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL

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From last week I m having problem of vertigo, nausea. All reports are ok. Doctor says it's survical problem but my bp is also getting low and high. One day low and one day high in office also very much tension is there. So don't know what is the reason.kindly guide as dizziness is not getting resolved after a week 's medication. Please guide

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Desvenlafaxin is an antidepressant and generally doesn't cause weight gain. Commonly reported side effects of desvenlafaxine include: constipation, dizziness, drowsiness, insomnia, nausea, decreased appetite, hyperhidrosis, and xerostomia. Other side effects include: anxiety, blurred vision, mydriasis, tremor, vertigo, vomiting, abnormal dreams, chills, and yawning

FAQs

Q. How does Comptil 12.5mg Injection work?

Comptil 12.5mg Injection is used to treat mental disorders like schizophrenia. It is also used to treat and prevent nausea, and vomiting.It may be used to treat anxiety (short-term) in certain cases where other anti-anxiety drugs have been ineffective. It is also used to treat nausea, vomiting, dizziness or spinning sensations (vertigo) due to Meniere's disease.It belongs to a class of medication call phenothiazines. It acts on the central nervous system by blocking certain receptors thus producing an anti-psychotic and anti-vomiting effect

Q. Does Comptil 12.5mg Injection expire?

Yes, Comptil 12.5mg Injection does expire. Please check the expiry date written on the pack and it refers to the last day of that month. Do not use Comptil 12.5mg Injection after the expiry date.

Q. Is Comptil 12.5mg Injection available over the counter?

Comptil 12.5mg Injection is not available over the counter. It is available only on prescription from the doctor

Q. Is Comptil 12.5mg Injection safe to use?

Comptil 12.5mg Injection is safe to use for a prescribed duration in the dose as advised by a doctor.

Q. How long can I take Comptil 12.5mg Injection for?

Comptil 12.5mg Injection should only be taken for the duration as advised by the doctor for your condition.

Q. Is Comptil 12.5mg Injection addictive?

Comptil 12.5mg Injection is not known to have any addictive potential. Please consult your doctor in case you have any other query regarding the same.

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