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What are Buccastem M Buccal Tablets

Buccastem M Buccal Tablets Help to reduce the symptoms of nausea at the first sign of a migraine attack. They dissolve slowly when placed on the gums providing long lasting relief from vomiting and nausea, related to migraines for up to 12 hours. Buccastem M Buccal Tablets contain the active ingredient prochlorperazine, which is a type of medicine called a phenothiazine. In lower doses it is used in the management of nausea and vomiting.

Who can use Buccastem M Buccal Tablets

Adults over 18 years old

This product is not eligible for returns

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Active ingredients: Prochlorperazine maleate

Other ingredients: Compressible sugar sucrose, povidone K30, xanthan gum, locust bean gum, talc, magnesium stearate and riboflavin sodium phosphate

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How to take Buccastem M Buccal Tablets

Adults aged 18 years and over: One to two tablets to be placed under the lip for a maximum of 2 day
Place the tablet high-up along the top gum under the upper lip either side of your mouth and allow it to dissolve slowly and completely. The tablet will soften and adhere to the gum, taking, for example, between 1 and 2 hours to dissolve completely.
Most people find that after a few minutes they no longer notice the tablet. The tablet should not be moved about the mouth with the tongue as this will cause it to dissolve more quickly.
If two tablets are required, the second tablet should be placed on the top gum adjacent to the firsttablet, but not on top of it. The tablets is best taken after meals. Do not chew or swallow the tablet.
If you wear dentures, the tablets may be placed in any comfortable position between lip and gum.
If you forget to take a dose it is not necessary to double the dose next time. Just carry on taking the medicine at the recommended dose.

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Precautions to consider before using Buccastem M Buccal Tablets 8s

Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of the ingredients.
Do not take alcohol, tranquillisers, sedatives or drugs for high blood pressure alpha adrenoreceptor blockers without seeking medical advice as they can interact with this.
Do not drive or operate machinery if affected by drowsiness.

Possible side effects

Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side-effects, although not everybody gets them. If you experience any of the following, stop using the medicine and seek immediate medical help:

Side-effects that may occur with Buccastem M Tablets are drowsiness, dizziness, dry mouth, inability to sleep insomnia, agitation, mild skin reactions and low blood pressure, particularly in elderly or dehydrated patients this makes you feel dizzy or faint, particularly when you stand up.
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any undesirable effect after using this product.

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