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Protol Am is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Protol Am also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Protol Am 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Protol Am include Slow heart rate (pulse). Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Protol Am as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Protol Am normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Protol Am has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Protol Am's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Protol Am related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Protol Am since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Protol Am contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Protol Am may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Protol Am, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Protol Am 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 Protol Am is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Protol Am safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Protol Am. If you are pregnant, do not take Protol Am without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Protol Am safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Protol Am on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Protol Am on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Protol Am on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Protol Am on the Liver?
Protol Am may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Protol Am on the Heart?
Protol Am is rarely harmful for the heart.
Protol Am 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 Protol Am unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Protol Am habit forming or addictive?
Protol Am does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Protol Am
Taking Protol Am with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Protol Am
Consumption of alcohol and Protol Am together may have severe effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
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KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 540, 549, 550
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 147-148
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lopressor (metoprolol tartrate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 148-149
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