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Proctil is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Nausea and Vomiting, Vertigo are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Proctil has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Proctil 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Proctil as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Proctil 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Proctil is Unknown for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Proctil has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Proctil related warnings section.
Proctil can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Proctil in conditions like Heart Disease. Some other conditions that can be affected by Proctil are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Proctil may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Proctil is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Proctil 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 Proctil safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Proctil on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Proctil safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Proctil. If you see any side effects, stop taking Proctil immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Proctil again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Proctil on the Kidneys?
Proctil rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Proctil on the Liver?
Side effects of Proctil rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Proctil on the Heart?
Proctil may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Proctil 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 Proctil unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Proctil habit forming or addictive?
Proctil is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Proctil, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Proctil can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Proctil should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Proctil cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Proctil
You can take Proctil with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Proctil
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Proctil as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Proctil may cause allergy in rare cases. The symptoms could be rash, itching, extreme dizziness, swelling of the tongue, throat, and face, difficulty in breathing, etc. If you experience any of these symptoms, discontinue using Proctil and talk to your doctor immediately.
No, patients with the bone marrow symptoms should not be given Proctil because they might develop hypersensitivity.
Proctil is a potent antiemetic drug that blocks 5-HT receptors, dopamine and muscarinic acetylcholine in the chemoreceptor trigger zone.
Proctil must be taken for as long as it has been prescribed your doctor. Taking it for a prolonged period might cause an overdose while taking it for a less period of time might not produce an efficacious effect.
Migraines are headaches with debilitating pain and are often accompanied by nausea. Yes, Proctil can be used for the treatment of a migraine. However, you must check with your doctor first before taking the Proctil for treating your migraine.
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; Prochlorperazine edisylate
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 168,177,178