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Prokem 250 Mg Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bacterial Infections. Prokem 250 Mg Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Prokem 250 Mg Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Prokem 250 Mg Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Prokem 250 Mg Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Prokem 250 Mg Tablet's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, Prokem 250 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Prokem 250 Mg Tablet related warnings section.
Prokem 250 Mg Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Arrhythmia, Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) are examples of such conditions. The section on Prokem 250 Mg Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Prokem 250 Mg Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Prokem 250 Mg Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Prokem 250 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Prokem 250 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Prokem can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Prokem right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Prokem 250 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Prokem. Immediately discontinue Prokem if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Prokem 250 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Prokem rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Prokem 250 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Prokem may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Prokem 250 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Prokem on the heart have been reported.
Prokem 250 Mg Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Prokem 250 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Prokem 250 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Yes, you can get addicted to Prokem 250 Mg Tablet. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Prokem 250 Mg Tablet as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Prokem 250 Mg Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Prokem 250 Mg Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Prokem 250 Mg Tablet
Taking certain foods and Prokem 250 Mg Tablet together may have severe side effects. Talk to your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Prokem 250 Mg Tablet
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Prokem 250 Mg Tablet as it can have severe side effects.
It is recommended to avoid taking Prokem with azithromycin because it can cause problems. However, if your doctor has prescribed it to you take it as per his/her advice. In case you are experiencing breathing difficulties, palpitations and pain in the chest please inform your doctor immediately.
Prokem can increase the risk of tendonitis and tendon rupture in some patient. However, the exact mechanism of tendon rupture is not known. If you suffer from tendon rupture or any kind of muscular pain after consuming this drug, please consult your doctor immediately.
Yes, Prokem can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines together.
Do not take Prokem along with dairy products such as milk or yogurt or calcium-containing foods. Dairy products may affect the absorption of the medicine directly affecting the efficacy of this drug. Hence, avoid taking Prokem with calcium-rich foods.
It is recommended to avoid taking Prokem with ibuprofen, because it may increase the risk of side effects associated with the central nervous system. Hence you must consult a doctor before taking these two medicines together.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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