Prashchamp is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Ulcerative Colitis, Rheumatoid Arthritis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Prashchamp also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Prashchamp. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Prashchamp also has some side effects, the most common being Agitation, Anxiety, Blurred vision. While these are the most often observed Prashchamp side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Prashchamp are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Prashchamp is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Prashchamp has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Prashchamp related warnings section.
Prashchamp is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Tuberculosis (TB), Infections, Peptic Ulcer are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Prashchamp are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Prashchamp may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Prashchamp, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Prashchamp 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 Prashchamp safe for pregnant women?
Prashchamp may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Prashchamp, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Prashchamp safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Prashchamp. If you see any side effects, stop taking Prashchamp immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Prashchamp again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Prashchamp on the Kidneys?
Prashchamp 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 Prashchamp on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Prashchamp. 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.
What is the effect of Prashchamp on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Prashchamp. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Prashchamp 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 Prashchamp unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Prashchamp habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Prashchamp.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Prashchamp does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, Prashchamp is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Prashchamp for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Prashchamp
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Prashchamp together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Prashchamp
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Prashchamp with alcohol will be.
Yes, Prashchamp may cause weight gain. It causes weight gain by altering the body's electrolyte, water balance, and its metabolism. Weight gain also depends on the dose and duration of medicine. If you are taking the higher dose for the longer time duration, more likely you are to encounter weight gain. Short courses of a few days to a couple of weeks don’t usually cause weight gain.
Prashchamp works by inhibiting certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins and leukotrienes) which causes allergy and inflammation. It also works by changing the body’s abnormal immune response which provides relief to the patient.
Yes, Prashchamp can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any unpleasant effects then consult your doctor.
Yes, Prashchamp is a steroid belonging to a class of drug known as corticosteroids. It is a derivative of prednisolone.
Yes, Prashchamp can be taken with phenylephrine. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug to inform your doctor immediately.
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