Proglycem Benefits & Uses

Proglycem is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Hypoglycemia

Other Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)

Proglycem 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

Proglycem Side Effects

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

Moderate

Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
Edema
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Inflammation of a vein

Mild

Dizziness
Headache
Flushing
Nausea or vomiting
Weakness
Weight gain

Proglycem Related Warnings

Is the use of Proglycem safe for pregnant women?

Proglycem can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Proglycem, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Proglycem safe during breastfeeding?

Proglycem can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Proglycem on the Kidneys?

Proglycem has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Proglycem on the Liver?

Proglycem has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Proglycem on the Heart?

Proglycem is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Proglycem with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Phenylephrine

Moderate

Hydrocortisone

Alprazolam

Pentazocine

Proglycem Contraindications

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

Diabetes
Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Proglycem

Is this Proglycem habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Proglycem is addictive.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Proglycem. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Proglycem only as per medical advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Proglycem for mental disorders.

No

Proglycem Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Proglycem

It is safe to take Proglycem with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Proglycem

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

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 281

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Proglycem® (diazoxide)

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