Prodrin 5mg Tablet

Prodrin 5mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of Parkinson's disease and drug-induced abnormal movements. It helps by improving muscle control and reducing the stiffness of the muscles so that they can move easily.

Prodrin 5mg Tablet should be taken with food as it reduces the side effects with this medicine. It should be taken at the same time each day, this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. This medication mustn't be stopped suddenly without talking to the doctor as it may result in a worsening of symptoms.

Some common side effects of this medicine include dilation of the pupil, blurring of vision, lightheadedness, nausea, vomiting, epigastric pain, and constipation. It also causes dizziness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Dry mouth may occur commonly while using this medicine so, try to do frequent mouth rinses, maintain good oral hygiene, and increase water intake. Avoid wearing contact lenses as it may cause dry eyes as well. It is important to inform your doctor if you suffer from glaucoma or have trouble passing urine.

Before using Prodrin 5mg Tablet, you should tell your doctor if you've ever had heart problems, problems with passing urine, liver or kidney disease. It may also affect, or be affected by, some other drugs you are using so let your doctor know what these are to be safe. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before starting treatment with this medicine.

• Parkinson's disease
• Drug induced abnormal movements

Parkinson's disease
Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a disorder of the central nervous system. It makes the muscles stiff which causes difficulties in standing and walking. PD also causes tremors and loss of balance.
Prodrin 5mg Tablet helps to treat the symptoms of Parkinson's Disease. It relaxes the stiff muscles and helps in easy movement without losing balance. You can see that the medicine is working if you are able to do your daily activities more easily and have a more active and better quality of life.

Drug induced abnormal movements
Prodrin 5mg Tablet is also used to treat side effects like abnormal movements caused by antipsychotic drugs. It helps restore normal body posture as well as control over muscle movements in the body. This will enable you to lead a normal life and improve your ability to carry out daily activities.

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Prolid

• Dryness in mouth
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Constipation
• Blurred vision
• Dizziness
• Lightheadedness
• Dilatation of pupil
• Epigastric pain

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Prodrin 5mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

Prodrin 5mg Tablet is a muscle relaxing medication. It works by decreasing the activity of excess acetylcholine in the brain. This improves muscle control and reduces stiffness. It helps patients with Parkinson's disease by improving muscle control and reducing stiffness so that they can move more naturally. It is also used to treat movement disorder (restlessness, involuntary movements or muscle spasm ) which can be caused by certain drugs.

• Prodrin 5mg Tablet helps treat Parkinson's disease and drug-induced abnormal movements.

• Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.

• It may cause dry eyes. Avoid wearing contact lenses and inform your doctor if it bothers you.

• It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.

• Inform your doctor if you suffer from glaucoma or if you have trouble passing urine.

• Do not stop taking Prodrin 5mg Tablet without talking to your doctor first as that may cause worsening of symptoms.

• You may be asked for regular monitoring of blood pressure, intraocular pressure, kidney function, liver function, and cardiac function while taking this medicine.

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