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Proctosedyl is used to treat the following -
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 Proctosedyl is used -
Common
Is the use of Proctosedyl safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Proctosedyl without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Proctosedyl safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Proctosedyl.
What is the effect of Proctosedyl on the Kidneys?
There is no research available on the side effects of Proctosedyl on kidney. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Proctosedyl on the Liver?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Proctosedyl on the liver, information on safety of Proctosedyl for liver is unavailable.
What is the effect of Proctosedyl on the Heart?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Proctosedyl on heart. So it is not known whether taking Proctosedyl will cause side effects on heart or not.
Proctosedyl should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Proctosedyl unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Proctosedyl habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Proctosedyl has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Proctosedyl, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Proctosedyl can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Proctosedyl should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Proctosedyl cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Proctosedyl
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Proctosedyl, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Proctosedyl
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Proctosedyl and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Proctosedyl can be taken with an antibiotic. Taking Proctosedyl with a certain antibiotic can treat H.Pylori associated stomach infection. However, it is best to consult your doctor before taking these two medicines together.
Proctosedyl works by suppressing body's normal immune response to inflammation which is responsible for symptoms such as swelling, redness and itching. This results in decreased inflammation and provides relief from the symptoms associated with it.
This is because a long-term use of Proctosedyl can cause Vitamin B12 deficiency. Stomach acids help in the absorption of Vitamin B 12, and this drug suppresses stomach acid which is required for the absorption of vitamin B12. Hence patients taking [medicine] for a long time have Vitamin B12 deficiency. To replenish Vitamin B12 in your body your doctor prescribes this vitamin along with this medicine.
Yes, Proctosedyl is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed such as fluid retention (swelling in your hands or ankles), increased appetite, increased sweating, and stomach upset. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
Yes, long-term use of Proctosedyl can raise blood pressure because Proctosedyl can increase sodium levels in your body as well as fluid retention can cause increases in blood pressure.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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