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Prothiaden M 50Mg/1500Mcg Strip Of 15 Tablets

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  • Prothiaden M 50Mg/1500Mcg Strip Of 15 Tablets
  • Prothiaden M 50Mg/1500Mcg Strip Of 15 Tablets
  • Prothiaden M 50Mg/1500Mcg Strip Of 15 Tablets
  • Prothiaden M 50Mg/1500Mcg Strip Of 15 Tablets
  • Prothiaden M 50Mg/1500Mcg Strip Of 15 Tablets
  • Prothiaden M 50Mg/1500Mcg Strip Of 15 Tablets

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ABBOTT INDIA LTD

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Product Summary

Uses
Depression, anxiety, nerve damage, chronic neuropathic pain, migraine, fibromyalgia
Therapy
Drugs for peripheral neuropathy
Side effects
Suicidal thoughts, dizziness, sedation, irregular heartbeats, difficulty passing urine, abdominal pain, dry mouth, blurred vision, constipation, rash, weakness, headache.
Salt Content
Vitamin B12 / Mecobalamin / Cynocobalamin / Methylcobalamin(1.5 Mg)+Dosulepin / Dothiepin(50.0 Mg)
3 Step Quality
Assurance
Cash on delivery
available
NPPA
Regulated

Medical Description

Prothiaden M 50 mg is a combination medicine used to treat depression, anxiety, and nerve damage. It contains Dosulepin 50 mg and methylcobalamin 1500 mcg. This medicine helps manage anxiety and depression by regulating serotonin and noradrenaline levels. Dosulepin also helps in managing neuropathic pain by altering the perception of pain.Methylcobalamin is an active form of vitamin B12. It is used to treat vitamin B12 deficiency and is neuroprotective in nature. This medicine helps in the myelination of neurons (coating the neurons with a protective layer), which get damaged in chronic diseases. It also enhances neuronal excitability and transmissibility.

Uses

  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Nerve damage
  • Chronic neuropathic pain
  • Migraine
  • Fibromyalgia

Contraindications

  • If you have any obvious allergic reaction to Dosulepin or Methylcobalamin
  • If you recently had a heart attack
  • If you have convulsive disorders
  • If you have severe liver disease
  • If you have glaucoma
  • If you are taking it with monoamine oxidase inhibitors
  • If you have mania disorders
  • If you are under 18 or over 60 years of age
  • If you have suicidal tendencies
  • If you are a chronic alcoholic
  • If you have porphyrias
  • If you are on dialysis

Side effects

  • Suicidal thoughts
  • Dizziness
  • Sedation
  • Irregular heartbeats
  • Difficulty passing urine
  • Abdominal pain
  • Dry mouth
  • Blurred vision
  • Constipation
  • Rash
  • Weakness
  • Headache

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Pregnancy

Prothiaden M 50 mg is a C category Medicine. It may result in some defects in the newborn. Your doctor or gynaecologist will analyse the benefit/risk ratio and decide accordingly. Consult your doctor always before starting Prothiaden M 50 mg. Never self medicate or change the dose on your own.

Breast Feeding

Breast Feeding

No, avoid taking Prothiaden M 50 mg during breastfeeding as Dosulepin which is a tricyclic antidepressant, is secreted in the breast milk. It may have side effects on the infant. Consult your doctor or a gynaecologist before you start taking this medicine while breastfeeding your baby.

Driving

Driving

Avoid driving if you have taken Prothiaden M 50 mg, as it will cause sedation, drowsiness, dizziness, impaired judgement, and fainting.

Alcohol

Alcohol

It is better to avoid alcohol during the course of Prothiaden M 50 mg as you may feel tired, dizzy, weak, and lightheaded. You may also experience manic symptoms.

Other General Warnings

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • You have any allergic reactions.
  • You experience any side effects.
  • You have low blood pressure.
  • You have a seizure episode.
  • You have liver-related issues.

Directions for Use

  • Take Prothiaden M 50 mg as prescribed by your physician.
  • Do not self medicate or change the dose on your own.
  • Take this tablet as a whole without crushing or chewing it.
  • Do not share this medicine with anyone.
  • Take this medicine with or without meals.

Storage and disposal

Store the medicine away from children and pets. Keep it in a well-ventilated room away from heat and moisture. Dispose of the medicines carefully after use. Keep the tablets in the same packaging as they came. Do not flush the tablets in the toilet.

Dosage

Overdose

In case of an overdose with Prothiaden M 50 mg, you will experience low blood pressure, anxiety, seizures, mania, anxiety, depression, irregular heartbeats, dry mouth, abdominal pain, low body temperature, respiratory depression, and blurring of vision. Seek medical help immediately.

Missed a Dose

If you miss a dose, you should take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it's time for the next dose, continue with the regular dosage. Do not take a double dose to compensate for the missed dose.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

  • Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors like phenelzine, rasagiline
  • Medicines that prolong QT interval like thioridazine, erythromycin, chlorpromazine
  • Antihypertensive Medicines like diuretics, thiazides
  • Antibiotics like chloramphenicol, erythromycin
  • SSRIs like sertraline, fluoxetine
  • Barbiturates
  • Astemizole
  • Aminosalicylic acid

Interactions with food items

  • Avoid taking grapefruit juice while on this medicine.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol with Prothiaden M 50 mg.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Prothiaden M 50 mg contains Dosulepin, which is a tricyclic antidepressant. It may take 4-6 weeks to start showing its effect fully.
Prothiaden M 50 mg is mainly metabolised by the liver. Dose readjustment may be required in case of mild to moderate liver disease. However, it is absolutely contraindicated in case of severe liver disease. Consult your doctor before you start taking this medicine if you have a liver condition. Never self medicate.
Methylcobalamin is neuroprotective in nature as it helps in the myelination of neurons that get damaged over a period of time in chronic diseases. It also enhances neuronal excitability and transmissibility. It may also treat anaemia which is caused due to vitamin B12 deficiency.

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Manufacturer Details

Brand:PROTHIADEN

Manufacturer Name:ABBOTT INDIA LTD

Address:Acme Generics Llp, Plot No 115 Hpsidc Industrial Area Devni P 0 Gurumajra Tehsil Nalagarth Dist Solan Himachal Pradesh 174101

Country of Origin:India

Vendor Details

Fulfillment Information: Prothiaden M 50mg/1500mcg Strip Of 15 Tablets will be delivered by a licensed retail pharmacy nearest to your location. Order acceptance and fulfillment are dependent upon the verification of your doctor's valid prescription (where applicable) and the current stock of this medicine.

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