Protek, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Soap. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fungal Infections. Protek also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Protek 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Protek can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Protek normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Protek's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Safe while nursing. Further, the section on Protek related warnings talks about Protek's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Protek is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. The section on Protek contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Protek may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Protek is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Protek 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Protek is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Protek safe for pregnant women?
Protek may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Protek again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Protek safe during breastfeeding?
Protek is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Protek on the Kidneys?
Using Protek does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Protek on the Liver?
Effects of Protek on the liver can be severe. It is not safe for use without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Protek on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Protek on the heart have been reported.
Protek 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 Protek unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Protek habit forming or addictive?
Protek does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Protek as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Protek only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Protek is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Protek
Taking Protek with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Protek
Consuming Protek with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
No, Protek does not make the skin thinner. No known case has been found regarding skin thinning with Protek.
Yes, Protek can be used on the scalp. Prescription ketoconazole shampoo is used to treat tinea capitis (scalp) but it has poor efficacy against them while over the counter ketoconazole shampoo is used to prevent and control scaling as well as the itching caused by dandruff. However, please consult a dermatologist for the better medication options.
No, ideally Protek can't be used for hemorrhoids condition because it is not an antifungal infection. Please consult a dermatologist for the better medication options to treat and prevent hemorrhoids.
No, ideally Protek is not used in eczema because it is not an antifungal infection. Please consult a dermatologist for the better medication options.
Protek contains ketoconazole which works by blocking the ergosterol synthesis leading to membrane abnormalities in the fungus which is necessary for fungal cell membrane growth. Hence in this way, it kills the fungus by destroying its cell membrane and treats the fungal infection.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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