Daypro and Promethegan

• Generic Name: oxaprozin
• Dosage Forms: caplets
• Other Brand Names: Daypro

Daypro is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).

Daypro is used to treat pain or inflammation caused by osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis in adults. This medicine is also used to treat rheumatoid arthritis in children who are at least 6 years old.

Daypro may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: promethazine
• Dosage Forms: rectal suppository
• Other Brand Names: Phenadoz, Promethegan, Phenergan

Promethazine is used to relieve or prevent the symptoms of hay fever, allergic conjunctivitis (inflammation of the eye), and other types of allergy or allergic reactions. It works by preventing the effects of a substance called histamine, which is produced by the body. Histamine can cause itching, sneezing, runny nose, and watery eyes. It can sometimes close up the bronchial tubes (air passages of the lungs) and make breathing difficult .

Promethazine is also used to prevent and control motion sickness, nausea, vomiting, and dizziness. In addition, it may be used to help people go to sleep and control their pain or anxiety before or after surgery or other procedures .

Promethazine may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor .

This medicine is only available with your doctor's prescription .