Westel 5mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Westel 5mg Tablet is used in the treatment of vertigo (dizziness) due to ear problems (Meniere’s syndrome and other labyrinthine disorders), nausea, vomiting, and migraine caused by various conditions. Additionally, can be used as a short-term treatment for non-psychotic anxiety.
It is dopamine receptor blocker.
It is dopamine receptor blocker.
Uses of Westel Tablet
Benefits of Westel Tablet
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 usually happens due to problem in the ear (vestibular). Westel 5mg Tablet 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. It acts on the vestibular system and suppresses the spinning sensation.
In Treatment of Nausea
Westel 5mg Tablet is often used to prevent nausea and vomiting that may be caused as a side effect of some other medicine and in post-operative patients suffering from nausea/vomiting (in adults only). It acts on the receptors responsible for causing nausea and vomiting by blocking them.
In Treatment of Migraine
Westel 5mg Tablet 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
Westel 5mg Tablet 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.
Side effects of Westel Tablet
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 Westel
- Drowsiness
- Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
How to use Westel Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Westel 5mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How Westel Tablet works
Westel 5mg Tablet is a vestibular suppressant, i.e., it suppresses the vestibular apparatus in the inner ear by blocking the H1 receptor and stops vertigo. It acts within 30 minutes and, therefore, is effective during acute attacks. It also acts as a dopamine antagonist. Dopamine controls the region in the brain that causes nausea and vomiting, and this medicine blocks the action of dopamine. Therefore, Westel 5mg Tablet shows an anti-nauseating and antiemetic action. The mechanism of action by which prochlorperazine relieve headache and anxiety is probably related to it being serotonin (5HT3) receptor antagonist and dopamine (D2) receptor antagonist.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Westel 5mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Westel 5mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CAUTION
Westel 5mg Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
However, occasional short-term use of Westel 5mg Tablet for the treatment of nausea and vomiting poses little risk to the breastfed infant.
However, occasional short-term use of Westel 5mg Tablet for the treatment of nausea and vomiting poses little risk to the breastfed infant.
Driving
UNSAFE
Westel 5mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Westel 5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Westel 5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Westel 5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Westel 5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Westel Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Westel 5mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Westel 5mg Tablet 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 Westel 5mg Tablet 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.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Phenothiazines Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Dopamine (D2) receptor antagonist- Prochlorperazine
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Westel 5mg Tablet
Once A Day
60%
Twice A Day
40%
FAQs
How does Westel 5mg Tablet work?
Westel 5mg Tablet 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
Does Westel 5mg Tablet expire?
Yes, Westel 5mg Tablet does expire. Please check the expiry date written on the pack and it refers to the last day of that month. Do not use Westel 5mg Tablet after the expiry date.
Is Westel 5mg Tablet available over the counter?
Westel 5mg Tablet is not available over the counter. It is available only on prescription from the doctor
Is Westel 5mg Tablet safe to use?
Westel 5mg Tablet is safe to use for a prescribed duration in the dose as advised by a doctor.
How long can I take Westel 5mg Tablet for?
Westel 5mg Tablet should only be taken for the duration as advised by the doctor for your condition.
Is Westel 5mg Tablet addictive?
Westel 5mg Tablet 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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