Pralidoxime Medication Information
Discover comprehensive details about Pralidoxime, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.
The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.
Additionally, explore the Pralidoxime brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.
Generic Name : Pralidoxime Pronunciation : PRAL i DOX eem ICD Code : Y57.2 Therapeutic Classification : Anticholinesterase AntidoteBrand Names or Trade Names of Pralidoxime
India :
Unipam |
Redpam |
Clopam (1 gm) |
Pam -up |
Lyphe |
Nispam |
Lyphe (1000 mg) |
2 -Pam-1 |
Aldopam |
Lyphe (500 mg)
International :
Protopam Chloride
Why is Pralidoxime Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is an antidote, prescribed for organophosphorous poisoning. But is not effective as an antidote for all types of pesticide poisonings.When should Pralidoxime not be taken? (Contraindications)
Contraindications in patients with known hypersensitivity to the drug and Carbamate pesticide poisoning.What is the dosage of Pralidoxime?
Adult: IV/IM- Used in combination with atropine. The recommended dose is 1-2 g, repeat dose after 1 hour, then 8-12 hourly if needed.How should Pralidoxime be taken?
It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein, muscle or under the skin.What are the warnings and precautions for Pralidoxime?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of myasthenia gravis, kidney disease, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.• Monitor breathing, blood pressure, oxygen levels, kidney function regularly while taking this medication.
• It may cause drowsiness, blurred vision, or dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
