perphenazine injection, Trilafon

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GENERIC NAME: PERPHENAZINE INJECTION (per-FEN-uh-zeen)

BRAND NAME(S): Trilafon

Medication Uses | Other Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage | Medical Alert

USES: Perphenazine is used to treat mental/emotional conditions. It is also used for severe nausea and vomiting.

OTHER USES: This medication may also be used for severe cases of hiccoughs.

HOW TO USE: This drug is injected into a muscle (I.M.) or into a vein (I.V.). Your dosage is based on your condition and your response to the medication. This medication must be used exactly as prescribed. Do not increase your dose or stop using this drug without first consulting your doctor. When used for mental/emotional conditions, it may take up to two weeks for the full benefit of this medication to take effect.

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