Is compazine a narcotic?
Question posted by kicking on 23 Aug 2009
Last updated on 23 August 2009 by Marvell
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Marvell
24 Aug 2009
No, Compazine (prochlorperazine) is in a group of drugs called phenothiazines. It works by blocking a certain chemical (dopamine) in the brain.
Prochlorperazine is used treat severe nausea and vomiting and treating schizophrenia. It is also used for the short-term (4 weeks) treatment of generalized nonpsychotic anxiety.
https://www.drugs.com/mtm/prochlorperazine-oral-injection.html
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