PROLET 50 contain primidone which belongs to a group of medicine called barbiturate anticonvulsants. It is used for the treatment of certain types of epilepsy, seizures (fits) or shaking attacks (essential tremor).
Epilepsy is a disorder of the brain characterized by repeated seizure. A seizure is usually defined as a sudden alteration of behavior due to a temporary change in the electrical functioning of the brain. Epilepsy also called as seizure disorder.
The common side effects are lack of energy (apathy), coordination disorders, visual disturbances, rolling of the eyes, nausea. PROLET 50 controls seizures (fits) or epilepsy or shaking attacks (essential tremor) by increasing the action of GABA, a chemical messenger that suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
Before taking this medicine tell your doctor if you have ever had kidney disease, heart disease, liver problems. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking this medicine.
PROLET 50 controls seizures (fits) or epilepsy or shaking attacks (essential tremor) by increasing the action of GABA, a chemical messenger that suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
Always take PROLET 50 exactly as your doctor has told you. PROLET 50 can be taken with or without food. Try to take this medicine at the same time each day. It should be swallowed whole with water. Do not crush or chew the medicine.
Nausea:
Try taking this medicine with, or just after, a meal or snack and stick to simple meals and do not eat rich or spicy food.
PROLET 50 is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
PROLET 50 is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
Do not drive or operate any machine while taking this medicine, it may cause sleepiness.
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with PROLET 50.
PROLET 50 should be used with caution in patients suffering from active kidney diseases. Consult your doctor for advice.
PROLET 50 should be used with caution in patients suffering from liver function impairment or active liver diseases. Consult your doctor for advice.
Do not take PROLET 50 if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to primidone or any other ingredients in this medicine.
PROLET 50 should be used with caution in patients suffering from active lung diseases. Consult your doctor for advice.
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Drug | : | Primidone |
Pharmacological Category | : | Anticonvulsant, Miscellaneous, Barbiturate |
Therapeutic Indication | : | Epilepsy, seizures (fits) or shaking attacks (essential tremor) |
Dosage Forms | : | Tablet |
Store below 20-25°C and keep out of reach of children.
Does PROLET 50 affect blood pressure?
No, it does not have any effect on blood pressure.
How should I store PROLET 50?
Keep this medicine out of reach of children and store below 25°C.
Can PROLET 50 cause nausea?
Yes, this medicine may cause nausea in some individuals. Try taking this medicine with, or just after, a meal or snack and stick to simple meals and do not eat rich or spicy food.
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