Protek Soap 50gm is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Soap. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fungal Infections. The alternative uses of Protek Soap 50gm have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Protek Soap 50gm is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.
Some other side effects of Protek Soap 50gm have been listed ahead. These side effects of Protek Soap 50gm are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Protek Soap 50gm's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Safe while nursing. It is important to know if Protek Soap 50gm has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Protek Soap 50gm related warnings section.
Protek Soap 50gm is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Protek Soap 50gm have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Protek Soap 50gm may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Protek Soap 50gm is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Protek Soap 50gm 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Protek Soap 50gm is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Protek Soap 50gm 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 Soap 50gm safe during breastfeeding?
Protek is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Protek Soap 50gm on the Kidneys?
Using Protek does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Protek Soap 50gm 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 Soap 50gm on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Protek on the heart have been reported.
Protek Soap 50gm 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 Soap 50gm unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Protek Soap 50gm habit forming or addictive?
Protek Soap 50gm 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 Soap 50gm as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Protek Soap 50gm only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Protek Soap 50gm is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Protek Soap 50gm
Taking Protek Soap 50gm with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Protek Soap 50gm
Consuming Protek Soap 50gm 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.
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