Prothiobin Tablet

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  • Contains / Salt: Prothionamide (250 mg)

Prothiobin Tablet

10 Tablet in 1 Strip
₹ 92
10 TABLET | 1 Strip
₹ 92
167 people have bought this recently
  • Manufactured by: Medispan Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Prothionamide (250 mg)

Prothiobin Information

Prothiobin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Tuberculosis are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Prothiobin have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Prothiobin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Prothiobin also has some side effects, the most common being Loss of appetite, Weakness, Weight Loss. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Prothiobin can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Prothiobin 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.

It is also important to note that Prothiobin has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Prothiobin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Prothiobin can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Prothiobin in conditions like Liver Disease, Depression. Some other conditions that can be affected by Prothiobin are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Prothiobin with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Prothiobin is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.



Prothiobin Benefits & Uses

Prothiobin is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Prothiobin 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: Tuberculosis
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Dose may increase up to 500 mg, twice daily as needed
Geriatric
  • Disease: Tuberculosis
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Dose may increase up to 500 mg, twice daily as needed
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Tuberculosis
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Dose may increase up to 500 mg, twice daily as needed
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Tuberculosis
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Prothiobin Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Prothiobin safe for pregnant women?


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

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Prothiobin safe during breastfeeding?


    Prothiobin can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Prothiobin on the Kidneys?


    There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Prothiobin. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Prothiobin on the Liver?


    There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Prothiobin. 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.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Prothiobin on the Heart?


    Prothiobin is completely safe for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Prothiobin with Other Drugs

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

Moderate



Prothiobin Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Prothiobin

  • Is this Prothiobin habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Prothiobin has not been reported.

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


    Prothiobin will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Prothiobin is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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


    There is no benefit of taking Prothiobin for mental disorders.

    No

Prothiobin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Prothiobin


    You can take Prothiobin with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Prothiobin


    Taking alcohol with Prothiobin can be dangerous.

    Severe


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 771



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