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Phataumine belongs to the group of psychotropic drugs, prepared in the form of tablets. The main ingredient of the drug is dimenhydrinate, which is indicated for the prevention of vomiting caused by many causes such as motion sickness. However, Phataumine can also cause some unwanted side effects. Therefore, before using Phataumine, patients need to learn carefully about the drug Phataumine
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1. Mechanism of action of the drug Phataumine
The main ingredient of Phataumine is dimenhydrinate - a first generation H1 antihistamine and a derivative of ehtanolamine. The mechanism of action of dimenhydrinate is to compete with histamine at the H1 receptor and at the same time may have anticholinergic, sedative, and antiemetic effects. Although the exact mechanism for the prevention of motion sickness is not yet known, dimenhydrinate can reduce vestibular stimulation while acting on the cochlea. When used in high doses, the drug can affect the semicircular canals of the inner ear. Antiemetic effects may affect chemoreceptors. And the main mechanism is stimulation of acetycholine in the vestibular and reticular systems - which can be the cause of vomiting when riding.
2. Indications and contraindications to the use of Phataumine
Phataumine is indicated in the treatment of motion sickness. Besides, the drug Phataumine is also used in the prevention and treatment of nausea due to various causes except for cancer chemotherapy. However, Phataumine is also contraindicated in cases of hypersensitivity to the drug's ingredients.
3. Dosage and how to use Phataumine
Phataumine is taken orally.
For motion sickness, it should be taken at least half an hour before departure. Dosage for adults using Phataumine is from 1 to 2 tablets / time and this dose can be repeated if needed after 4 hours while traveling by car. For children from 8 to 12 years old, use Phataumine from 1⁄2 to 1 tablet / time and can be repeated if needed 4 hours while traveling by train. For children from 2 to 8 years old, use Phataumine to 1/4 to 1/2 tablet / time and can be repeated if needed 4 hours while traveling by train.
Treatment for vomiting and prevention of vomiting or nausea: Dosage for adults using Phataumine is from 1 to 2 tablets and used 3 times a day. For children from 8 to 12 years old, use Phataumine 1 tablet and use it 3 times a day. For children from 2 to 8 years old, use Phataumine to 1/4 to 1/2 tablet / time and use 3 times a day.
Note: The above recommended therapeutic dose is for reference only. Therefore, before using Phataumine, patients need to follow the doctor's instructions.
4. Treatment of missed dose and overdose of Phataumine
If you miss a dose of Phataumine, use it as soon as you remember. However, if the interval between the missed dose of Phataumine and the next dose is too close, skip the missed dose. Patients should not double the dose of Phataumine, because it can cause an overdose. To overcome the situation of missing a dose of Phataumine, patients can set an alarm or ask their loved ones to remind them.
In case of accidentally using Phataumine drug in excess of prescribed and showing some unwanted signs, relatives need to take the patient to an emergency hospital immediately.
5. Side effects when using the drug Phataumine
Phataumine may cause some unwanted side effects during treatment. However, with each case, side effects of Phataumine may vary from mild to severe.
Some common side effects caused by Phataumine include: nausea and vomiting, headache, dry mouth, sleep... These side effects may occur at the start of treatment or after increasing the dose. Phatamine drug. Usually, side effects from Phataumine can be transient or subside over time.
However, in some cases Phataumine can cause serious unwanted side effects with rare reactions. These reactions may appear within minutes of using Phataumine or longer within a few days. When serious side effects appear such as: increased mucus viscosity of bronchial secretions, dysregulation, urinary retention, constipation, confusion... the patient should stop using Phataumine and go to a medical facility. for immediate medical assistance.
Some notes during the use of Phataumine:
For pregnant and lactating women, caution should be exercised when using Phataumine. Patients should be advised to use Phataumine from their doctor, and carefully analyze the benefits and risks before using the drug. Phataumine may change how it works and increase its side effects. Therefore, to avoid drug interactions, the patient should provide the doctor with a list of previously used drugs, including prescription and non-prescription drugs, herbs,... Medicines that affect alertness user's. Therefore, if the patient often has to perform the work of operating machinery or driving a car that requires high concentration, caution should be taken when using Phataumine. Above is important information about Phataumine, patients should carefully read the instructions for use and use according to the dose prescribed by the doctor to achieve the best effect.
