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Prodac 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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Adult(Female) |
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Is the use of Prodac safe for pregnant women?
Prodac may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Prodac, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Prodac safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Prodac. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Prodac on the Kidneys?
Prodac may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Prodac on the Liver?
Prodac may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Prodac on the Heart?
Prodac may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Prodac 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 Prodac unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Prodac habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Prodac has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Prodac. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Prodac is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, this Prodac works for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Prodac
It is safe to take Prodac with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Prodac
Consumption of alcohol and Prodac together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, Prodac may affect one's sex life by decreasing one's libido. However, if you experience sex life is affected after medicine then inform your doctor immediately they might change your medication or altered the dose.
No, it is not recommended that Prodac should be taken at night as it disturbs sleep in the early phase of the treatment. Thus, it is mostly recommended to take it in the morning or noon.
No, Prodac is non-habit forming and non-addictive when taken as prescribed by the doctor. However, since it lessens the depression, a user may feel good about himself and then he might take more doses and take doses more frequently to enhance that feeling of well-being. Gradually, this might lead to dependence. Therefore, it is imperative that one takes Prodac strictly under the recommendations of a doctor.
Yes, it is safe to take Prodac as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. However, in some people, it may cause some side effects like difficulty in falling or staying asleep, anxiety, nervousness, dry mouth, uncontrolled shaking of a body part, difficulty in concentrating, and memory. If you suffer from any of these side effects, please talk to your doctor immediately.
Prodac is available in the forms tablet, capsule, suspension, and syrup. It should be taken exactly as recommended by your doctor. It may be taken with or without food because food does not affect the absorption of the drug. It is important to take Prodac at the same time every day so that you do not forget to take the dose. Prodac may take 4 to 5 weeks to exert its complete effect and it is thus, important to be patient and keep taking Prodac.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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