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Proz is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Acidity, Peptic Ulcer, GERD. Proz also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Proz depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Proz as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Proz go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Proz's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Proz's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Proz contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Proz have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Proz, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Proz 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 Proz safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Proz.
Is the use of Proz safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Proz. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Proz on the Kidneys?
Proz rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Proz on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Proz on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Proz on the Heart?
Proz has very mild side effects on the heart.
Proz should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Proz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Proz habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Proz has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Proz as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Proz should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Proz for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Proz
You can take Proz with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Proz
Taking Proz with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Proz can cause diarrhea. However, diarrhea could be a sign of contracted infection too. If you experience severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine, inform the doctor right away without further delay.
Yes, Proz is used in the treatment of gastritis. It helps by preventing the excess acid secretion in the stomach and additionally relieving the symptoms of gastritis such as stomach pain, stomach inflammation, and acid reflux.
Yes, you can take Proz with ranitidine, both medicines work to reduce the acid secretion in the stomach and help to relieve from acidity, heartburn, and other stomach problem caused by acid. No, known interactions are seen between them when taking them together. However, it is best to consult a doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.
Take Proz as long as your doctor has recommended you to take it. Do not exceed the prescribed dose. Consult your doctor if there is no symptomatic relief.
Discontinuation of Proz on your own can cause harmful effects on your body. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor before discontinuing medicine on your own.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Prilosec (omeprazole)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 651-653
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 945-947