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Prosym P is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Syrup. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Common Cold, Allergy, Headache.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Prosym P. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Prosym P also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Jaundice, Difficulty breathing. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Prosym P can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Prosym P are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Prosym P's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Safe while nursing. Warnings related to Prosym P's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Asthma must refrain from the use of Prosym P since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Prosym P contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Prosym P with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Prosym P, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Prosym P is used to treat the following -
Main 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
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Is the use of Prosym P safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Prosym P for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Prosym P safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Prosym P.
What is the effect of Prosym P on the Kidneys?
Prosym P 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 Prosym P on the Liver?
Prosym P may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Prosym P on the Heart?
Side effects of Prosym P rarely affect the heart.
Prosym P 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 Prosym P unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Prosym P habit forming or addictive?
You may get addicted to Prosym P. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Prosym P as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Prosym P only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Prosym P is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Prosym P
Some foods when eaten with Prosym P can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Prosym P
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Prosym P as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Prosym P can cause irregularities in the blood pressure. It may increase or decrease blood pressure. It can also cause dizziness, bradycardia ( extremely slow heart rate)and tachycardia (very high heart rate). If such abnormalities occur, it is important that you talk to your doctor immediately.
Yes, antipsychotics like Prosym P exert anticholinergic effects and as a result, dry mouth is one of the adverse reactions. Some of the additional anticholinergic effects are constipation, urinary retention, and blurred vision. If any of these effects present, it is important that you talk to your doctor immediately.
No, Prosym P is not a narcotic. It belongs to the class of drugs known as antihistamines with an anticholinergic, antiemetic and sedative effects. Sometimes, Prosym P is available in combination with codeine which is a narcotic, that acts on the central nervous system to relieve pain.
Yes, Prosym P can be used safely for the treatment of nausea, cold, allergy, etc., for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. However, in some people, it may cause some side effects like drowsiness, dry mouth, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, etc. In the event of a side effect, one must speak to a doctor immediately.
Yes, Prosym P comes in combination with codeine. The combination is used to relieve the runny or stuffy nose, sneezing and other symptoms caused by an allergy or a common cold. Prosym P acts as an antihistamine agent by working against histamine released by the body. Histamine is responsible for symptoms like itching, watery eyes, runny nose, etc. Codeine, on the other hand, is a narcotic. It acts as a pain relieving agent by working on the central nervous system.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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