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Prolam is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Anxiety.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Prolam. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Prolam have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Prolam are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Prolam's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. Warnings related to Prolam's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Prolam contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Prolam have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Prolam, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Prolam 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 |
Is the use of Prolam safe for pregnant women?
Prolam can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Prolam, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Prolam safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Prolam. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Prolam on the Kidneys?
There is no research available on the side effects of Prolam on kidney. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Prolam on the Liver?
Information about safety of Prolam for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Prolam on the Heart?
There is no research available on the side effects of Prolam on the heart. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
Prolam should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Unknown
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Prolam unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Prolam habit forming or addictive?
Prolam can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Prolam as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Prolam is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, Prolam is useful in treating mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Prolam
There is no information on the effects of taking Prolam with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Prolam
Consuming Prolam with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Prolam works by relaxing the muscles of the body and suppressing abnormal activity of nerve cells in the brain through increase in activity of a chemical messenger known as GABA. Thus, providing relief from sleeplessness and anxiety to the patient.
Stopping or discontinuing Prolam on your own can cause withdrawal symptoms (seizures, difficulty in sleep, headache, nervousness, and depression). However, if you decide to stop/discontinue it, then stop it slowly, do not stop suddenly. However, please do not hesitate to discuss with your doctor if you are experiencing any withdrawal symptoms after stopping/discounting it on your own.
Yes, Prolam can be taken with Tylenol. No clinical significance interactions have been reported between them. However, if you experience any undesirable effects after consuming these two medicines at the same do not hesitate to inform the doctor.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of it. Take light meals and avoid spicy and high-fat content meals when experiencing stomach upset while taking Prolam. In case of severe stomach upset consult your doctor, take medication and follow his/her instructions.
No, Prolam cannot be taken with an opioid drug. It can cause life-threatening side effects such as sedation, respiratory problems, depression, and in rare consequences can lead to coma as well if these two combinations are mixed together.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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