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Promodon is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Suspension. Nausea and Vomiting are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Promodon have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Promodon is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Promodon include Dry Mouth. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Promodon can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Promodon 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, Promodon's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Promodon related warnings talks about Promodon's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Promodon can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Promodon in conditions like Liver Disease. Other contraindications of Promodon have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Promodon may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Promodon is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Promodon 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.
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Is the use of Promodon safe for pregnant women?
Promodon may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Promodon, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Promodon safe during breastfeeding?
Promodon may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Promodon, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Promodon.
What is the effect of Promodon on the Kidneys?
Promodon may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Promodon on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Promodon. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Promodon on the Heart?
You can take Promodon without any fear of damage to the heart.
Promodon should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Promodon unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Promodon habit forming or addictive?
Promodon does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Promodon. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Promodon only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Promodon cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Promodon
It is safe to take Promodon with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Promodon
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Promodon with alcohol will be.
No, Promodon does not cause erectile dysfunction. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking it. It is not a known side effect of this drug.
Promodon is a prescription drug, hence do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes, Promodon has been reported to cause diarrhoea but this occurs in a few cases only. It is a common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug, discuss your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Yes, Promodon can cause headache, this occurs rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown. If you experience severe headache after taking this drug, consider taking a mild painkiller, applying balms and complete rest, even after this if pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.
Yes, Promodon can cause constipation. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe constipation after taking this drug then inform your doctor and take precautionary methods such as eating fibrous foods to avoid constipation.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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