Perinorm Vial Of 10ml Injection

Perinorm injection contains metoclopramide and is used for the prevention of nausea and vomiting after surgery or chemotherapy. This injection will be given to you by a doctor or nurse, do not self-inject as this could be harmful to you. You should not take inj Perinorm if you are allergic to any of the components of this injection or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Dosage

Overdose

Perinorm injection will be given by a doctor or nurse, thus chances of overdose are unlikely. However, if you experience any discomfort or specific symptoms inform your doctor or reach out to the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

It is unlikely that the dose of Perinorm injection will be missed if you are monitored in a healthcare set-up. However, if you have missed taking any dose of this injection inform your doctor or nurse immediately.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Metoclopramide works on a certain part of your brain that prevents you from feeling nauseated or vomiting.

Directions for Use

• Perinorm injection will be given in the hospital by your doctor or nurse as an injection.
• Do not self-inject this medicine.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Perinorm injection during pregnancy?

• Perinorm injection should be used during pregnancy only if it is really needed and the advantage overweighs the risk.
• Perinorm should be avoided at the end of pregnancy, and if used, the newborn baby should be monitored.
• You should consult your doctor if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a child before starting this medicine.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Perinorm injection while breastfeeding?

The content of Perinorm injection passes into human milk and could harm the breastfed baby. Hence this medicine is not recommended during breastfeeding. You should consult your doctor before using this medicine during breastfeeding.

Driving

Can I drive if I have taken Perinorm injection?

Perinorm injection may make you dizzy, feel sleepy, stiffness, rigidity and twisting movements. You should avoid driving if you do not feel well or are unable to be alert.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Perinorm injection?

You should avoid consuming alcohol while taking Perinorm injection, as it may worsen the side effects of Inj Perinorm.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have heart problems like abnormal heartbeats.
• You have problems with your kidney or liver.
• You have a salt imbalance in your body like potassium, sodium and magnesium.
• You have any brain problems.
• You are using other medicines known to affect the way your heartbeats.
• You are suffering from a blood disease known as porphyria.
• You ever had a condition of abnormal blood pigment levels, your doctor may monitor your blood regularly.
• You are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• You are taking medicine by mouth.
• This injection should not be given to babies less than 1-year-old.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to Metoclopramide or any other ingredients of Inj Perinorm.
• If you have any problems with your stomach such as bleeding or tear.
• If you have a rare tumor, pheochromocytoma.
• If you ever had an involuntary muscle spasm after treatment with a medicine.
• If you have fits or have Parkinson’s disease.
• If are taking levodopa to treat Parkinson’s disease or are taking dopaminergic agonists like ropinirole, pramipexole
• If you ever had a condition of abnormal blood pigment levels or NADH cytochrome-b5 deficiency.
• If you are breastfeeding.
• If you had a stomach or intestine operation within the previous four days.
• This medicine should not be given to babies less than 1 year-old.

Side effects

• Diarrhoea
• Sleepiness, dizziness
• Weakness
• Depression
• Shaking, stiffness
• Restlessness
• Low blood pressure
• Slow heartbeats, hallucinations
• Low level of consciousness
• Irregular periods

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• You should not concomitantly use Perinorm injection along with medicines to treat Parkinson's disease like Levodopa, medicines used to treat stomach cramps like Atropine, Dicylomine as it may be harmful.
• Concomitant use of Perinorm injection along with medicines used to treat severe pain like Morphine or Alprazolam, Diazepam.
• Concomitant use of Perinorm injection along with medicines to treat psychiatric illness like Fluoxetine and Paroxetine may increase the effects of this Injection.
• Concomitant use of Perinorm injection along with medicines used in brain diseases like Citalopram, Escitalopram, as it may cause restlessness, lack of coordination, fast heartbeats and fever.
• Concomitant use of metoclopramide along with Aspirin, Paracetamol may alter the effects of this medicine.
• Other medicines like Digoxin used to treat heart disease, Cyclosporine used to treat certain immune system problems, Mivacurium and Suxamethonium used to relax muscles should be used cautiously.

Interactions with food items

Taking Perinorm Injection with food is considered safe.

Storage and disposal

• Store below 25°C in a clean and dry place, protected from moisture, sunlight and heat.
• Keep this injection away from children and pets.
• You should not use this injection after the expiry date.
• Do not use Inj Perinorm if you notice the contents are of a different colour in any way or if particles are present.
• You should not flush this medicine in the toilet or pour them into the drain. You need to properly discard this medicine when it is expired or no longer needed.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is Perinorm injection?

Perinorm injection is a medicine used to prevent nausea and vomiting after surgery or chemotherapy. It contains Metoclopramide as its active ingredient.

Can Perinorm injection be given for hiccups?

Perinorm injection is meant for the prevention of nausea and vomiting after surgery or chemotherapy. There could be several causes for hiccups, based on the cause your doctor shall prescribe the medicine for you. Do not self-medicate without consulting your doctor.

Can we take Perinorm injection in pregnancy?

Perinorm injection should be used during pregnancy only if it is really needed and the advantage overweighs the risk. This medicine should be avoided at the end of pregnancy, and if used, the newborn baby should be monitored. You should consult your doctor if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a child before starting this medicine.

How do you give a perinorm injection?

• Perinorm injection will be given in the hospital by your doctor or nurse as an injection.
• Do not self-inject this medicine.

How long does perinorm injection take to work?

Perinorm injection starts acting within 10-15 minutes of its administration.

Is Perinorm antiemetic?

Yes, Perinorm injection is an anti-emetic medicine used for the prevention of nausea and vomiting after surgery or chemotherapy.