Pam

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Pam Information

Pam is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet, Injection. Organophosphate Poisoning are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Pam have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Pam depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Pam as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Pam are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Pam is Moderate for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Pam's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Pam related warnings section.

The section on Pam contraindications lists all such conditions.

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

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



Pam Benefits & Uses

Pam is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Pam 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: Organophosphate Poisoning
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2 g
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Organophosphate Poisoning
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2 g
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Organophosphate Poisoning
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Organophosphate Poisoning
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)
  • Disease: Organophosphate Poisoning
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor


Pam Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Pam is used -

Moderate

  • Double Vision
  • Blurred vision
  • Tachycardia

Mild

  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Muscle twitching (painless)
  • Drowsiness
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Hyperventilating (rapid/deep breathing)
  • Weak Muscles
  • Injection site pain

Pam Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Pam safe for pregnant women?


    Pam may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Pam again without your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Pam safe during breastfeeding?


    Breastfeeding women can take Pam as it bears very minor side effects for them.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Pam on the Kidneys?


    Pam has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Pam on the Liver?


    Using Pam does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Pam on the Heart?


    You can take Pam without any fear of damage to the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Pam with Other Drugs

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

Severe



Pam Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Pam

  • Is this Pam habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Pam.

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


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

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


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

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


    There is no benefit of taking Pam for mental disorders.

    No

Pam Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Pam


    There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Pam with food.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Pam


    Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Pam.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Protopam Chloride (pralidoxime chloride)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 111



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