Pru 6Mg Drop

Pru 6Mg Drop is a sedative that lowers the activity of the nervous system. It also works as an antihistamine. It acts as an antidepressant and provides relief in cases of anxiety or tension. Pru 6Mg Drop is also used to cure certain skin allergies. It can also be used in combination with other medications for the purpose of anesthesia.

Using Pru 6Mg Drop may give rise to certain minor or severe reactions. The minor reactions are shakiness, tremors, drying of the mouth, headache or migraine, hallucinations. Serious side effects include chest pain, cough, dizziness, rapid or irregular heartbeat, skin rashes, difficulty breathing, and fatigue, swelling of the face, eyes, lips or mouth. In case of the latter category of side effects seek medical aid immediately.

Certain preventive measures that you should ensure by consulting your doctor are:

• If you are allergic to Pru 6Mg Drop or any other medicine, or foods or substances.
• If you have a history of long QT syndrome (LQTS).
• If you suffer from glaucoma.
• If you have heart diseases.
• If you have problems urinating.
• If you have recently had a heart attack.
• If you have high or low levels of potassium.

Take a low-power dose and for a short duration. In adults the dosage recommended is 25 mg about three to four times a day in case of treatment of Pruritus. For sedation in adults use about 50 to 100 mg (orally) and about 25 to 100 mg in the case of IM injection. Avoid alcohol while taking Pru 6Mg Drop. In case of drug overdose contact your health care provider right away.

• Anxiety

• Pruritus

• Preoperative Sedation

• Allergy

• Hypersensitivity

• Dizziness

• Cough

• Chest Discomfort

• Fast Heartbeat

• Constipation

• Dry Mouth

• Headache

• Shaking Of Hands Or Feet

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The sedation effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 4 of 6 hours and 1 to 12 hours for antipruritic effect.

• What is the onset of action?

  The effect of this medicine can be observed in 15 to 30 minutes after an oral dose.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medication is extremely unsafe to be used during pregnancy. Studies carried out on humans and animals have shown significant adverse effects on the fetus. Doctor consultation is recommended in such cases.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies were reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  The medication should not be consumed by breastfeeding mothers as there is a higher risk of side-effects on the infant. You are suggested to consult your doctor to discuss the potential benefits and risks before taking this medication.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Pru 6Mg Drop , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Azon 6Mg Drop

  Divine Lifecare Pvt Ltd

• Atarax 6Mg Drop

  Dr Reddy s Laboratories Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If its almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Pru 6Mg Drop belongs to the first generation antihistamine. It works by inhibiting the H1 receptor-mediated reactions like vasodilation and itchy reactions. It also acts on certain key regions of the subcortical area of the central nervous system and induces sedation and anticholinergic action.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Alcohol

  Consumption of alcohol with this medicine is not recommended as it can result in dizziness and difficulty in concentration. Avoid activities that need mental alertness like driving and operating machinery.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Lab

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Clozapine

  These medications may increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm and may cause symptoms of palpitations, breathing difficulty and dizziness. Monitoring of signs and symptoms and dose adjustments are to be made if coadministration is needed.

  Ketoconazole

  These medications may increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm and may cause symptoms of palpitations, breathing difficulty and dizziness. Monitoring of signs and symptoms and dose adjustments are to be made if coadministration is needed.

  Antihypertensives

  These medications should be used with caution as it may lower the blood pressure. Symptoms of dizziness, lightheadedness should be reported to the doctor. The dose of any of these medicines should be adjusted based on the clinical condition.

  Fluoroquinolone antibiotics

  These medications may increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm and may cause symptoms of palpitations, breathing difficulty and dizziness. Inform the doctor if you are receiving any quinolone antibiotics. An alternate medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition.

• Interaction with Disease

  Qt Prolongation

  This medicine is not recommended in patients with the history of QT prolongation with existing heart disease. An alternate medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition.

• Interaction with Food

  Food

  Information not available.