Pam Information

Pam is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet, Injection. Organophosphate Poisoning are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Pam have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Pam depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Pam as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Pam are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Pam is Moderate for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Pam's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Pam related warnings section.

The section on Pam contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Pam have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Pam is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Pam Benefits & Uses
Pam Dosage & How to Take
Pam Side Effects
Pam Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Pam with Other Drugs
Pam Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Pam
Pam Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Pam Benefits & Uses

Pam is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Organophosphate Poisoning

Pam Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Organophosphate Poisoning Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Organophosphate Poisoning Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Organophosphate Poisoning Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Organophosphate Poisoning Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Organophosphate Poisoning Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Pam Related Warnings

Is the use of Pam safe for pregnant women?

Pam can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Pam, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Pam safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Pam on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Pam on the Kidneys?

Pam has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Pam on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Pam on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Pam on the Heart?

Using Pam does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Pam with Other Drugs

Pam should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Amoxapine

Reserpine

Morphine

Aminophylline

Pam Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pam unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Myasthenia Gravis
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Pam

Is this Pam habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Pam has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Pam, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Pam can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Pam only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Pam is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Pam Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pam

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Pam with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Pam

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Pam and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Protopam Chloride (pralidoxime chloride)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 111

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