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Alternative names
CompazineDefinition Return to top
Poisoning from an overdose of prochlorperazine.Poisonous Ingredient Return to top
Prochlorperazine
Where Found Return to top
Symptoms Return to top
Home Treatment Return to top
Call Poison Control for instructions.
Before Calling Emergency Return to top
Determine the following information:Poison Control, or a local emergency number Return to top
They will instruct you if it is necessary to take the patient to the hospital. See Poison Control centers for telephone numbers and addresses. Take the container with you to the emergency room.What to expect at the emergency room Return to top
Some or all of the following procedures may be performed.Expectations (prognosis) Return to top
Recovery depends on the nature and extent of the damage done. Survival past 2 weeks is usually a good sign.
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