Protophen: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Protophen Information

Protophen is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Post Menopausal Osteoporosis, Anemia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Protophen also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Protophen. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Common side effects of Protophen include Nausea or vomiting, Fluid Retention. While these are the most often observed Protophen side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Protophen 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 Protophen has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Protophen's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Protophen related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Protophen are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Protophen with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Protophen is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Protophen Benefits & Uses
Protophen Dosage & How to Take
Protophen Side Effects
Protophen Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Protophen with Other Drugs
Protophen Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Protophen
Protophen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Protophen Benefits & Uses

Protophen is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Post Menopausal Osteoporosis
Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)

Other Benefits

Protophen 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(Female)	Disease: Post Menopausal Osteoporosis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given every 3 - 4 wk
Geriatric	Disease: Post Menopausal Osteoporosis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given every 3 - 4 wk
Adult	Disease: Anemia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice, dose for anemia with chronic kidney failure patient

Protophen Related Warnings

Is the use of Protophen safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Protophen. If you are pregnant, do not take Protophen without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Protophen safe during breastfeeding?

Protophen may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Protophen, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Protophen.

Moderate
What is the effect of Protophen on the Kidneys?

Protophen has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Protophen on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Protophen on the Heart?

Protophen may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Protophen with Other Drugs

Protophen should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Warfarin

Anastrozole

Mild

Thyroxine

Protophen Contraindications

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

Drug Allergy
Porphyria
Diabetes Type 1
Heart Disease
Migraine

Frequently asked Questions about Protophen

Is this Protophen habit forming or addictive?

Yes, Protophen cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Protophen since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Protophen only on doctor's advice.

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

Protophen is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Protophen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Protophen

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Protophen and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Protophen

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Protophen with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Protophen

Question almost 5 years ago

How long can I take Protophen?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Protophen is an anabolic steroid which is used for the treatment of various disorders. Depending on your condition, your doctor will decide the dose and duration. It is therefore important that you comply with the recommendations of the doctor and do not take the excess dose, miss a dose or prolong the usage.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Protophen raise testosterone levels?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

No, Protophen does not raise the testosterone levels. In fact, it may suppress the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis and decrease the synthesis of endogenous testosterone.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Protophen build muscle?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, Protophen is used to build the muscle mass.

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Protophen?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Ideally, Protophen should be given by a nurse or a doctor. Protophen is available in the form of an injection and it is injected deep into the muscle tissue of buttocks, upper legs or upper arms. The dose of the injection is decided by the doctor as per the condition of the patient.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Protophen cause stomach upset?

Dr. Rajeev Kumar Ranjan MBBS , Pulmonology

Yes, Protophen causes stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug but the exact cause of stomach upset is not known. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.