Prokem 500 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Prokem 500 Mg Tablet Information

Prokem 500 Mg Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bacterial Infections. Prokem 500 Mg Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Prokem 500 Mg Tablet. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Prokem 500 Mg Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Prokem 500 Mg Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Prokem 500 Mg Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. It is important to know if Prokem 500 Mg Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Prokem 500 Mg Tablet related warnings section.

Prokem 500 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. Some other conditions that can be affected by Prokem 500 Mg Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Prokem 500 Mg Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Prokem 500 Mg Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

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

Prokem 500 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Prokem 500 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Prokem 500 Mg Tablet 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: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Prokem 500 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Prokem 500 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.

Moderate
Is the use of Prokem 500 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Prokem 500 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?

Prokem rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Prokem 500 Mg Tablet on the Liver?

Prokem may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Prokem 500 Mg Tablet on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Prokem on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Prokem 500 Mg Tablet with Other Drugs

Prokem 500 Mg Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Phenytoin

Mild

Probenecid

Prokem 500 Mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Prokem 500 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Arrhythmia
Heart Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Myasthenia Gravis
Diabetes
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Prokem 500 Mg Tablet

Is this Prokem 500 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Yes, you can get addicted to Prokem 500 Mg Tablet. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Prokem 500 Mg Tablet as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Prokem 500 Mg Tablet only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Prokem 500 Mg Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Prokem 500 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Prokem 500 Mg Tablet

Taking certain foods and Prokem 500 Mg Tablet together may have severe side effects. Talk to your doctor about it.

Severe
Interaction between Alcohol and Prokem 500 Mg Tablet

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Prokem 500 Mg Tablet as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Prokem 500 Mg Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Prokem with azithromycin?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Prokem effects tendon?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Prokem with paracetamol?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question over 5 years ago

What are the foods to be avoided when taking Prokem?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Prokem with ibuprofen?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

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.