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The information on this sheet is based on approvals granted by the Japanese regulatory authority. Approval details may vary by country. Medicines have adverse reactions (risks) as well as efficacies (benefits). It is important to minimize adverse reactions and maximize efficacy. To obtain a better therapeutic response, patients should understand their medication and cooperate with the treatment.
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Brand name :
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VEGETAMIN-A Combination Tablets
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Active ingredient:
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Chlorpromazine hydrochloride
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Promethazine hydrochloride
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Phenobarbital
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Dosage form:
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red tablet, diameter: 9.2 mm, thickness: 5.2 mm
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Print on wrapping:
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(Face) ベゲタミン-A 配合錠, (Back) ベゲタミン A 配合錠 096
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Effects of this medicine
This medicine contains 3 active ingredients that act on central nervous system. It relieves the symptoms such as feeling of anxiety, feeling of tension and feeling irritated by stabilizing mental status, and it induces sleep.
It is usually used for sedative and hypnotic effects on schizophrenia, senile psychosis, mania, depression or depressive state and neurosis.
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Before using this medicine, be sure to tell your doctor and pharmacist
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If you have previously experienced any allergic reactions (itch, rash, etc.) to any medicines.
If you have brain disorders (encephalitis, brain tumor, aftereffects following head injury, etc.).
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If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
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If you are taking any other medicinal products. (Some medicines may interact to enhance or diminish medicinal effects. Beware of over-the-counter medicines and dietary supplements as well as other prescription medicines.)
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Dosing schedule (How to take this medicine)
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Your dosing schedule prescribed by your doctor is << to be written by a healthcare professional>>
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Sedation: In general, for adults, take 3 or 4 tablets daily in several divided doses.
Hypnosis: In general, for adults, take 1 or 2 tablets daily before bedtime.
In each case, the dosage may be adjusted according your disease, age and symptoms. Strictly follow the instructions.
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If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is close to your next dose, skip the missed dose. You should never take two doses at one time.
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If you accidentally take more than your prescribed dose, consult with your doctor or pharmacist.
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Do not stop taking this medicine unless your doctor instructs you to do so. Sudden discontinuation of taking this medicine may cause adverse events.
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Precautions while taking this medicine
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Since this medicine may cause drowsiness or decreased attention and concentration, avoid driving a car or operating dangerous machinery.
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Alcohol may enhance the effects or the adverse reactions of this medicine.
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Since contacts with an organophosphate insecticide may enhance its toxicity, take care not to make contact with it.
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If you are breastfeeding, avoid breastfeeding while taking this medicine.
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Possible adverse reactions to this medicine
The most commonly reported adverse reactions include nasal congestion, parkinsonian syndrome [finger shivering (tremor in hands), muscle rigidity (muscle stiffness)], dry mouth, constipation, malaise, rash and photosensitivity (exaggerated sunburn caused by sunlight, itch, pigmentation). If any of these symptoms occur, consult with your doctor or pharmacist.
The symptoms described below are rarely seen as initial symptoms of the adverse reactions indicated in brackets. If any of these symptoms occur, stop taking this medicine and see your doctor immediately.
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muscle stiffness, increased pulse, fever [syndrome malin (neuroleptic malignant syndrome)]
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dizziness, palpitation, shortness of breath [sudden death, ventricular tachycardia]
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palpitation and/or shortness of breath, yellowness in skin or in the white of eyes, nose and/or gum bleeding, fever, pain in throat [aplastic anemia, hemolytic anemia, thrombocytopenia, agranulocytosis, decreased white blood cells]
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constipation, feeling of fullness in abdomen, severe pain in abdomen [paralytic ileus]
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moving a tongue and sliding it in and out of a mouth, movement of a mouth like chewing continuously, body movement against one's will [tardive dyskinesia, tardive dystonia]
The above symptoms do not describe all the adverse reactions to this medicine. Consult with your doctor or pharmacist if you notice any symptoms of concern other than those listed above.
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Storage conditions and other information
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Keep the medicine out of the reach of infants and children. Store it at room temperature (1 to 30 degrees Celsius) away from direct sunlight and moisture.
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Discard the remainder. Do not store them. For disposal methods, consult the pharmacy or the medical institution from which you have received the medicine.
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