Phenergan User Reviews & Ratings (Page 2)

• Sla...
• September 24, 2015

For Nausea/Vomiting "I tried this medicine a day after I vomited three times and had that nausea feeling, and the next day, I vomited once in the morning. But when I went to the medical center, they gave me the prescription for Phenergan. I fell asleep instantly for two hours and a half and woke up refreshed, and my stomach did not hurt for the rest of the day, and I didn't vomit ever since. It's the best medicine for nausea and vomiting."

• Anonymous
• August 31, 2011

For Light Sedation "This is my magic pill. I suffer from vertigo, chronic spinal pain, sleeplessness, mild depression because of the spinal pain, and usually I get sick to my stomach with even one aspirin. I take 1/2 of one pill of this every night before bed and sleep like a baby and awake feeling rested, happy, and nausea-free. I hope the vertigo is gone too but haven't taken this long enough to know about that. I take small doses of everything because I feel the effects of any medicine very strongly. WHY hasn't a doctor offered this to me before?"

• mac...
• March 9, 2020

For Sedation "Phenergan is the best sedation I have seen... I find over 12.5 mg knocks me for 'six.' Most of these medications are best when used sparingly, when needed. Taking sedation every night tells me a powerful antipsychotic may be a more suitable option."

• Ame...
• June 3, 2016

For Nausea/Vomiting "I was prescribed Phenergan after having my wisdom teeth removed. When I got home, I immediately fell asleep (still under the influence of the anesthesia). Upon waking and attempting to stand, I began to heave and vomit profusely, but after laying back down and taking Phenergan, my symptoms were gone nearly instantly. Would definitely recommend; Phenergan was an important part of my recovery!"

• Kan...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 8, 2018

For Sedation "I have restarted taking 3 months ago, after coming off amitriptyline cold turkey. These are more suited as you can take most cold and flu medication without issues, which was always an issue. The tablets take effect quickly (1.5 hours). I first started on 50 mg per night, now down to 30 mg due to tablets now making me more sleepy during the daytime than before. I would recommend these to any anxiety or insomnia sufferer as they do not have neuro side effects like other sleepers."

• scg...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 12, 2021

For Sedation "I don't know if I classify myself as an insomniac, but I usually wake up a lot of times in the night, which disturbs my sleep and makes me tired in the day, so I decided to try Phenergan. This medication should really be taken just before you go to bed, I wouldn't recommend taking it while you're watching TV or anything because, in my experience, you have to be trying to fall asleep for this to work. Even then, it's a horrible drug. 25 mg is too little, and I still wake up in the night a lot, 50 mg is way too much, and I'm pretty sure my throat closed up for a second in the middle of the night because I woke up gagging, and I don't suffer from sleep apnea, so that was weird. Either way, any dosage of this stuff causes terrible daytime drowsiness the next day, I'm not sure if that's down to the half-life of the medication or whether it is purely because it gives you really poor quality sleep."

• D j...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 20, 2018

For Light Sedation "I've had trouble sleeping and waking up all night for years, tried every natural sleep aid and none work. I won't ever try prescription sleeping pills. I was told about this OTC med, and they really help. I'm sleeping for longer and not waking. There have been no side effects, so far, so good."

• Woo...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 21, 2019

For Nausea/Vomiting "Had an outpatient procedure and put into a 'twilight sedation,' with additional pain meds through the IV, although I can’t recall what that was. The pain meds caused me terrible nausea and dizziness. I was given a dose of Zofran and a motion sickness patch before surgery to try and prevent this, as I get nauseous from pain meds so easily... that didn’t work. I was given 12.5 mg of Phenergan, and 15 minutes later, symptoms had improved greatly. I was able to get dressed and start on my way home, although the nausea was still present somewhat due to the motion of the car ride home. Hit the bed and slept like a rock for four hours, felt sleepy the rest of the evening. Blood pressure did go up some as well, 132/88. Took my usual beta blocker at bedtime that helped my BP come down."

• Ano...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• March 24, 2021

For Sedation "I have been taking these for almost 5 years, what started as 1 x 10 mg then turned into a huge dose. I have now dropped down to 3 x 10 mg a night and have decided it’s time to go completely cold turkey off them. I started taking these to sleep easier, as due to anxiety it was hard to fall asleep. I have made the decision to come off them, as I was getting intense nightmares which made me afraid to fall asleep, my body was bruising extremely easily, and my platelets were beginning to drop. Just be careful if you have an addictive personality."

• suz...
• June 10, 2021

For Nausea/Vomiting "I was given Phenergan in the hospital when Zofran wasn’t doing enough for my nausea due to food poisoning. They put a large amount into my IV, and a few minutes later, I realized I couldn’t tell if I was dreaming or awake. I kept staring at my husband, wondering if he was really there or not (he was). It was the most frightening medical experience I have ever had. I just kept my mouth shut and didn’t tell anyone what was happening to me because I didn’t want to be given any more medicine. It did get rid of my nausea, though, but not even close to being worth it... so terribly frightening."

• EC9...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 15, 2023

For Sedation "After experiencing a severe onset of anxiety, I developed insomnia and couldn't sleep for over three weeks, remaining awake throughout the night. Additionally, I woke up with nausea and vomited for some days. I was prescribed 25 mg to take before bed to help with sleep and nausea. The first time I took it, I slept for 12 hours! I felt drowsy the next morning but also refreshed and didn't wake up with nausea. The second time I took it, I slept for 8 hours and was still a little drowsy. Taking 25 mg before bed definitely helps sedate me and improves my sleep throughout the night."

• Yan...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 9, 2017

For Nausea/Vomiting "Has anyone experienced sadness after starting to take this drug? I am on 25 mg for a few days and feel that it has helped with the nausea a little bit with the anxiety, but it has made me sleep all day and feel sad. I normally have trouble getting onto strong meds such as antidepressants, but I don't know if this is a case of this or something else. I am scared of becoming depressed."

• Mag...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 1, 2019

For Light Sedation "My sleep is terrible. Phenergan helped, but it made me anxious and shivery if I didn't take it and jump into bed straight away to settle. I'd sleep well but wake the next day feeling like I'd been hit by a truck and low in mood. It does help with sleep, but it's not for me. Back to insomnia for me."

• Anonymous
• December 30, 2010

For Nausea/Vomiting "I have had stomach problems since I was a child, and so far, no doctor has been able to figure out what the problem is. The only relief I have gotten is from Phenergan (promethazine). I call it my 'miracle drug.' Even when already vomiting and nauseated, if I take 25 mg, in only about 15-20 minutes, I am relaxed and vomiting/nausea is gone. It does knock you out for a good bit, though, but if you have been up sick for a while, this will be a much-needed rest. Promethazine, you are my hero, and I love you."

• jal...
• February 24, 2010

For Motion Sickness "My husband and I have used Dramamine in the past for motion sickness while on our fishing boat. A 50 mg tablet will put us to sleep within 3 hrs after taking the pill. One time I could not drive home, I was falling asleep at the wheel. I went home and could not keep my eyes open. This time during our cruise, we saw a pharmacist on an island stop, and she gave us Phenergan and told us to take 1 15 mins. before going on a fishing charter. The pills worked wonderfully! We were out in really rough waters on a 30 ft. fishing boat for 4 hrs. Did not even get queasy at all! We were not even tired upon our return either. As a matter of fact, my husband said the pill made him hungry, and he ate more. Phenergan is wonderful! Throw away the Dramamine!"

• Sza...
• November 28, 2011

For Nausea/Vomiting "I had gallbladder surgery and got narcotics for pain afterwards. No matter what painkiller I got, they made me vomit even at half the dose. Ondansetron (Zofran) helped some but not fully. Once I got my first dose of Phenergan, my nausea was completely gone. It made me very sleepy, but I was very happy about it. This was the best anti-nausea medication that I ever had!"

• Mom...
• February 15, 2017

For Nausea/Vomiting "I do not know what I would do without promethazine! It helps a lot with my nausea, which is very severe every day. It does not take it all away, I know, but it does help me enough. I have been using this medicine for 11 years via IV centerline."

• n8x...
• April 10, 2013

For Nausea/Vomiting "Woke up with dizziness and terrible nausea. After 5 hours of dry heaving, went to doctor. One injection and nausea gone almost immediately. Slept for 3 hours, then ate dry bagel, chicken soup without any problems. Next day, eating normally but feel tired and a little 'under the weather'."

• Lit...
• March 30, 2012

For Nausea/Vomiting "I have been using Phenergan to treat nausea for years. I have frequent and severe nausea associated with abdominal pain. It has been over three years, and I am yet to get a diagnosis. I am grateful for this medicine. It is the only thing that stops the nausea. I would be crazy without this medicine! I was given Phenergan in the ER after I had a bad reaction to Zofran. It worked so well, I asked the doctor to send me home with a prescription for it. At my last ER visit, they told me they were out of Phenergan and that it was in short supply. I was given Bentyl instead. That also gave me a bad reaction. I do without nausea medicine in the hospital if they do not have Phenergan."

• Anonymous
• June 30, 2010

For Nausea/Vomiting "This drug is truly amazing! Nobody can figure out why I've been so nauseated and vomiting the last 2 years. When I have a really bad episode, I take promethazine and don't throw up or feel nearly as sick. I don't even get the sleepy side effect, it just makes everything better."

• Pre...
• April 17, 2010

For Nausea/Vomiting "Phenergan is an excellent medication for sleep and nausea. It also helps with pain associated with headaches. Phenergan allows your stomach to feel much better and your pain to slightly subside. It's a good night's rest guaranteed. Phenergan had absolutely no side effects, aside from sedative effects... which were welcomed after I had been so ill with nausea and vomiting. Take it, feel better, and get back to life."

• xxx...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 17, 2021

For Sedation "I have really bad insomnia. I cannot get to sleep at all. I take 50 mg of Phenergan. And it takes a while to work, like 4 hours, then I fall asleep. I have tried other meds, and they work for a short time, but it is slow to work, so that I lay in bed for at least 4 hours until I fall asleep, but at least it works."

• A t...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 28, 2022

For Nausea/Vomiting "Do not use this medication for anyone over 60. My mother was given this in the hospital for a mild nauseous feeling. I think they thought she would be sedated by it. She is elderly. This drug put her into a terrible state of hallucinations, delirium, and all-around restlessness for about 8 hours. It’s awful. She would have been better off with Tums. Be aware of all the side effects."

• Tem...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 30, 2015

For Allergic Reactions "I got given it at first by the emergency department when a rash was breaking out over my face. It works. But I also have anxiety and have found it to be way better than Valium, etc. I feel relaxed and to not sleep, I'll just take half a tablet, but at night, the 25 mg tablet helps my allergies and is a godsend to relax the mind. I love it. I've noticed some people take it for nausea. I have always used Stemitel, and that works almost instantly. And I have no adverse reactions to either. I don't know why they don't use this for anxiety and such."

• Anonymous
• June 24, 2010

For Vertigo "I have Meniere's. Phenergan seemed to help for about 2 hours, followed by an urge to throw up and a horrible headache. I also had to unscrew the fluorescent bulbs above my desk at work, it just felt like a rollercoaster. I felt better when I was moving, but when I stopped, I was still moving! The ENT switched me to 1 mg Ativan, which worked (finally!), but it made me sleepy until I got used to it."