Pruquin Information

Pruquin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Pruquin have also been explained below.

The optimal dosage of Pruquin is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Pruquin are Abdominal Pain. Some other side effects of Pruquin have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Pruquin are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Pruquin's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Pruquin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Pruquin related warnings section.

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

Drug interactions for Pruquin have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Pruquin is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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

Pruquin Benefits & Uses

Pruquin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)

Other Benefits

Pruquin 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: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 600 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 600 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Pruquin Related Warnings

Is the use of Pruquin safe for pregnant women?

Pruquin can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Pruquin right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Pruquin safe during breastfeeding?

Pruquin may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Pruquin on the Kidneys?

Pruquin rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Pruquin on the Liver?

Pruquin is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Pruquin on the Heart?

Pruquin has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Pruquin with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Amiodarone

Amitriptyline

Warfarin

Quinidine

Erythromycin

Pruquin Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Kidney Disease
Heart Disease
Diabetes
Gastritis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Pruquin

Is this Pruquin habit forming or addictive?

Pruquin is not addictive in nature.

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

After taking Pruquin, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Pruquin can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Pruquin is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, Pruquin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Pruquin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pruquin

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Pruquin to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Pruquin

Consumption of alcohol and Pruquin together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe