Prograin 20 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Prograin 20 Tablet Information

Prograin 20 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Angina, High BP. The alternative uses of Prograin 20 Tablet have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Prograin 20 Tablet. 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.

The side effects typically associated with Prograin 20 Tablet include Fainting. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Prograin 20 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Prograin 20 Tablet 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.

In addition, Prograin 20 Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Prograin 20 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Asthma, Diabetes, Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Prograin 20 Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Prograin 20 Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Prograin 20 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Prograin 20 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Prograin Benefits & Uses
Prograin Dosage & How to Take
Prograin Side Effects
Prograin Related Warnings
Prograin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Prograin
Prograin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Prograin 20 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Prograin 20 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Angina
High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)

Other Benefits

Arrhythmia
Heart Attack
Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Migraine (Read More - Home remedies for migraines)
Aortic Stenosis
Atrial Fibrillation
Valvular Heart Disease

Prograin 20 Tablet Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Heart Attack Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Heart Attack Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Arrhythmia Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Arrhythmia Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Prograin 20 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Prograin 20 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Prograin has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Prograin without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Prograin 20 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Prograin has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Prograin 20 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Prograin is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Prograin 20 Tablet on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Prograin on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Prograin 20 Tablet on the Heart?

Prograin may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Prograin 20 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Prograin 20 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Depression
Myasthenia Gravis
Asthma
Diabetes
Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
Hyperthyroidism
Liver Disease
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD)

Frequently asked Questions about Prograin 20 Tablet

Is this Prograin 20 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Prograin 20 Tablet does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Prograin 20 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Prograin 20 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Prograin 20 Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Prograin 20 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Prograin 20 Tablet

Taking Prograin 20 Tablet with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Prograin 20 Tablet

Taking alcohol with Prograin 20 Tablet can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Prograin 20 Tablet

Question about 4 years ago

Can I take Prograin and xanax together?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, you can take Prograin and xanax (alprazolam) together but only on your doctor's advice because taking both of them together might lower the blood pressure (hypotension).

Question about 5 years ago

Can I use Prograin without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, Prograin is a prescription drug so do not use it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to use this drug without a doctor's advice because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Prograin on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, Prograin should not be discontinued without doctors advice even when you start feeling well because discontinuing of this drug on your own might worsen your current medical condition. Hence you are advised to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Prograin be used for alcohol withdrawal?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Prograin may be used for alcohol withdrawal. Clinical studies have found that it can reduce the physical withdrawal symptoms but it is ineffective in preventing the seizures due to alcohol withdrawal also it is not approved and preferred. Since it is a prescription drug, you are advised not to take this drug by yourself for alcohol withdrawal.

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Prograin?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Take Prograin as long as it is recommended by your doctor. Using this drug beyond that period might not be good for you because it can lead to unintended side effects.