AHFS Class:

28:16.08.24 Phenothiazines

Prochlorperazine mesylate injection is available in 1- and 2-mL glass ampuls. Each mL of solution contains prochlorperazine mesylate 12.5 mg with sodium sulfite, sodium metabisulfite, sodium chloride, ethanolamine, and water for injection.³⁸; ¹¹⁵

Trade Name(s)

Stemetil

Prochlorperazine mesylate injection is given by deep intramuscular injection.³⁸; ¹¹⁵

Intact ampuls should be stored at controlled room temperature and protected from light. Exposure to light results in discoloration. Discolored injection should be discarded.³⁸; ¹¹⁵

Additive Compatibility

Drugs in Syringe Compatibility

Y-Site Injection Compatibility (1:1 Mixture)

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