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Introduction to Prodom 20mg Tablet
This medicine is prescribed for nausea, vomiting, and indigestion. It increases the movement of food in the stomach and intestine by inducing peristaltic movements in the stomach and relieves the feeling of fullness, gastric discomfort, and bloating
Safety Advice for Prodom 20mg Tablet
- High risk
- Moderate risk
- Safe
It should be used cautiously among patients suffering from liver disease; dose adjustment may be required.
It should be used cautiously among patients suffering from kidney disease; dose adjustment may be required.
There is no sufficient information available regarding the safety of the drug when interacted with alcohol. Doctor's consultation is advised.
It may induce side effects like blurred vision, dizziness, and sleepiness. Do not drive if these symtpoms appear.
It can be unsafe to use during pregnancy; it may harm the developing baby. It is better to consult a doctor before starting the treatment.
It is considered to be safe to use while breastfeeding; it does not pass to infant through breast milk
How Prodom 20mg Tablet works
This is a prokinetic preparation which controls vomiting in the brain region. It acts on the upper digestive tract and increases the movements in the stomach and intestine to facilitate the easy passage of food through the stomach.
How To Use Prodom 20mg Tablet
- Strictly stick to time and dose prescribed by a healthcare professional while medicating yourself or others
- It can be orally taken before consuming a meal
- Providing drug daily at a same time will complement the course effectiveness as well as make you habitual to the routine that prevent missing a dose
Special Precautions About Prodom 20mg Tablet
- Consult your doctor before taking this medicine if you have a severe liver disease
- Ask your doctor before taking it at the time of pregnancy and breastfeeding
Benefits Of Prodom 20mg Tablet
- It is an anti emetic reduces vomiting and nausea
- Improve the movement of muscles in the stomach
Side Effects Of Prodom 20mg Tablet
- Nausea,
- Vomiting,
- Diarrhea,
- Loss of appetite,
- Indigestion,
- Bloating
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What If I Missed A Dose Of Prodom 20mg Tablet
- Use the medicine as you remember to take.
- If the next dose is near then Skip the missed Dose.
- Do not double up for the missed Dose.
- If you miss doses frequently then consult your Doctor.
Health And Lifestyle
Consume smaller, bland meals and avoid oily, spicy and heavy meals. Stay hydrated by drinking water and other fluids throughout the day. Rest and avoid sudden movements.
Drug Interaction
- high blood pressure (eg amiodarone, dronedarone, quinidine, disopyramide, dofetilide, sotalol, diltiazem, verapamil),
- depression (eg citalopram, escitalopram),
- anticancer agents (eg toremifene, vandetanib, vincamine),
- bacterial infections (eg specifically erythromycin, clarithromycin, telithromycin, moxifloxacin, pentamidine),
- gastrointestinal disorders (eg cisapride, dolasetron, prucalopride), antimalarial (eg halofantrine),
- neuro related medicines (eg haloperidol, pimozide, sertindole),
- antifungal (eg ketoconazole, fluconazole, voriconazole),
- gastrointestinal drugs (eg cisapride, dolasetron, prucalopride)
- anti HIV drugs
Drug Food Interaction
- grapefruit juice, alcohol, and tobacco
Disease Explanation
Nausea is defined as a feeling of discomfort or illness characterized by an urge to vomit. Vomiting is a condition where your stomach ejects all of its contents up through your mouth. It can be caused by various factors, like a stomach infection, irritation from a sharp and foul smell, food poisoning, motion sickness, or pregnancy.
FAQ's on Prodom 20mg Tablet
Does Prodom raise the blood pressure?
The increase in blood pressure is generally not seen with the use of Prodom. But if you experience an increase in blood pressure while using Prodom, please consult your doctor.
Can I take Prodom with antibiotics?
The use of Prodom with antibiotics like erythromycin, levofloxacin, moxifloxacin, spiramycin, and some antifungals is not recommended. Please consult your doctor before using any antibiotics with Prodom.
Does Prodom cause bone problems?
Yes, long term use of Prodom can cause thinning of bones, which is called osteoporosis. Prodom decreases the calcium absorption leading to calcium deficiency, and increases the risk of bone fractures of hip, wrist or spine. Take an adequate amount of calcium in your diet or take the supplements as advised by your doctor to avoid any bone problems.
Is Prodom safe?
Yes. Prodom is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by the physician/ doctor.
Does Prodom cause drowsiness?
Drowsiness has been reported as one of the rare side effects with Prodom. Please talk to your doctor if you experience excessive drowsiness while taking Prodom.
Can I take Prodom with citalopram?
The use of Prodom with citalopram is not recommended as it may increase the underlying heart problems like prolonged QTc interval. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
How is Prodom useful in the treatment of H. pylori infection?
Prodom is used along with antibiotics for the treatment of H.Pylori infection. It works by decreasing stomach acid volume and decreasing breakdown and washout of antibiotics leading to an increased antibiotic concentration and tissue penetration. It also helps in the symptomatic relief by decreasing associated acidity, reflux, and heartburn.
Can long term use of Prodom cause magnesium deficiency?
Long-term use of Prodom can lower magnesium levels in patients taking multiple daily doses for 3 months or longer. Get your magnesium levels checked at regular intervals. Tell your doctor if you experience seizures (fits), dizziness, abnormal or fast heartbeat, jitteriness, jerking movements or shaking (tremors), muscle weakness, spasms of the hands and feet, cramps, muscle aches.
Is Prodom used for motion sickness?
Prodom is indicated for use in motion sickness. Please consult your doctor before using Prodom for motion sickness as it must be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor.
Can I stop taking Prodom if I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Prodom before completing the full course of treatment. You will start to feel better before your treatment is complete.
Can I take Prodom with vitamin D?
Yes, vitamin D can be taken along with Prodom. Vitamin D is generally advised to be taken as a supplement with Prodom as the long term use of Prodom decreases the absorption of calcium and may lead to calcium deficiency. This can lead to osteoporosis (thinning of bones) and increase the risk of bone fractures like hip, wrist and spine fractures. Please consult your doctor to know about ways to prevent this.
Is it safe to use Prodom for a long period of time?
Prodom should be used for as long as it has been prescribed by your doctor. Prodom is usually considered to be safe when taken in the recommended dose and duration. If Prodom is used for more than 3 months, certain long term side effects may be seen. The most important of these is low magnesium levels in your blood which may make you feel tired, confused, dizzy, shaky or dizzy. You may also have muscle twitches or irregular heartbeat. If the use is further prolonged for more than a year, you may have an increased risk of bone fractures, stomach infections, subacute cutaneous lupus erythematosus, osteoporosis, and vitamin B12 deficiency.
Can I take Prodom with rabeprazole?
Prodom can be safely taken with Rabeprazole as no harmful effects have been reported clinically. A fixed-dose combination of these two medicines is also available. Prodom increases gut motility and Rabeprazole decreases the acid production in the stomach. So, this combination is very effective in the treatment of reflux esophagitis associated with acidity, heartburn, intestinal and stomach ulcers.
Does Prodom cause bloating (gas)?
Prodom can cause some uncommon gastrointestinal side effects like regurgitation, appetite disorder, and heartburn, diarrhoea. However, bloating (gas) has not been reported as a side effect with Prodom.
Does Prodom help to relieve bloating (gas)?
Prodom is an anti-emetic which is used to treat nausea (feeling sick) and vomiting (being sick). It is not indicated to treat bloating (gas). Please consult your doctor before using this medicine.
Can I take Prodom with amoxicillin?
Yes, Prodom can be taken with amoxicillin. No drug-drug interactions have been reported. However, please consult your doctor before taking Prodom with amoxicillin.
Does Prodom increase milk secretion?
Yes, Prodom can increase milk secretion also known as galactorrhea. This is an uncommon side effect of Prodom. Talk to your doctor if you are experiencing this side effect while taking this medicine.
Can I take Prodom with doxycycline?
Yes, Prodom can be taken with doxycycline. No drug--drug interactions have been reported. However, please consult your doctor before taking Prodom with doxycycline.
What other lifestyle changes should I make to get maximum benefit of Prodom?
You make see better results if you make certain dietary and lifestyle changes while taking Prodom. Exercise regularly and eat healthy. You can consult your dietician to get a diet chart that suits you best. Eat at least 3 hours before sleeping to reduce the chances of aggravation of your symptoms at night. You should avoid spicy and fatty foods while taking this medicine. Refrain from caffeinated drinks such as tea, coffee and cola. Alcohol intake and smoking should also be avoided as it may worsen your symptoms.
What is the best time to take Prodom?
It is best to take Prodom before your breakfast. If you are taking two doses, take it in the morning and evening. Prodom is more effective when it is taken an hour before your food.
What is Prodom used for?
Prodom is used for the treatment of stomach and intestinal ulcers (gastric and duodenal ulcers), reflux esophagitis or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). It works by reducing the amount of acid made by your stomach and thus relieves your symptoms. Prodom also prevents acidity associated with use of painkillers and stress ulcers in critically ill people. It is also used to treat a disease associated with excessive acid production in the stomach known as Zollinger Ellison syndrome (ZES).
Is Prodom an antibiotic?
No, Prodom is not an antibiotic. Prodom is an anti-emetic which is used to treat nausea (feeling sick) and vomiting (being sick).
Can I take alcohol with Prodom?
No, alcohol intake is not advised with Prodom. Alcohol itself does not affect the working of Prodom, but it can increase the acid production. This may further cause worsening of your symptoms.
Does Prodom help to treat constipation?
Prodom is not indicated to treat constipation. Please talk to your doctor regarding its use.
Can I take Prodom with lansoprazole?
Yes, Prodom can be taken with lansoprazole as no drug-drug interactions have been clinically seen when they are taken together. However, interactions may occur. Please consult your doctor before using the two medicines together.
Can I take Prodom with paracetamol?
Yes, Prodom can be taken with paracetamol. No drug--drug interactions have been reported. However, interactions may occur. Please consult your doctor.
Can I take Prodom for morning sickness?
Prodom is not indicated or recommended for treating morning sickness. Please consult your doctor if you plan to take any medicine for treating morning sickness.
Can I take Prodom with tramadol?
Yes, Prodom can be taken with tramadol as no drug--drug interactions have been reported. However, please consult your doctor before taking Prodom with tramadol.
What dietary changes should I make to get relief from acidity?
Prodom is best taken 1 hour before a meal. You should avoid spicy and fatty foods while taking this medicine. It also helps to cut down on caffeinated drinks such as tea, coffee and cola. Alcohol intake should also be avoided as it may worsen your symptoms.
How long does it take for Prodom to work?
Prodom starts working within an hour of taking it and shows maximum benefit within two to four hours. You should start feeling better within 2 to 3 days but it may take upto 4 weeks to relieve your symptoms significantly.
Does Prodom cause hair loss?
Prodom has not been reported to cause hair loss. Please consult your doctor in case you experience excessive hair loss while taking Prodom.
Can I take antacids along with Prodom?
Yes, you can take antacids along with Prodom. Take it 2 hours before or after you take Prodom.
Can I take Prodom with omeprazole?
Yes, Prodom can be taken with omeprazole. No drug--drug interactions have been reported. However, interactions may occur. Please consult your doctor before using the two medicines together.
Is Prodom an over the counter drug?
Prodom is not an over the counter (OTC) medicine and it is not advisable to take it without a prescription.
Does Prodom cause constipation?
Yes, Prodom has been seen to cause constipation as a side effect.Consult your doctor if you experience excessive constipation while using Prodom.
Does Prodom cause weight gain?
Weight gain has not been reported with the use of Prodom. If you notice any abnormal weight gain while using Prodom, please talk to your doctor.
Does Prodom cause heart problems?
Prodom may be associated with an increased risk of heartbeat problem and heart attack. This risk may be more likely in those over 60 years old or taking higher doses. The risk also increases when Prodom is given together with other medicines. Please share your medical history with your doctor if you are prescribed Prodom.
Can I take Prodom with amitriptyline?
Yes, Prodom can be taken with amitriptyline. No drug--drug interactions have been reported. However, please consult your doctor before taking Prodom with amitriptyline.
Written By
Rakshita Garg
M.Pharma
Content Updated on
Wednesday, 14 August, 2024Prescription Required
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