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Pna 200 MG Tablet

Manufacturer :  Orchid Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Praziquantel
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About Pna 200 MG Tablet

Pna 200 MG Tablet helps in the treatment of worm infections and Schistosoma infections. It is prescribed to treat all stages of schistosomiasis caused by all Schistosoma species pathogenic to humans; clonorchiasis and opisthorchiasis.

You must consume this drug along with foods. Consume this drug with a glass of water. Also, women who are pregnant or breastfeeding must take medical help before consuming this drug.

Your doctor may monitor your blood counts and liver function before you start taking this drug throughout your treatment. Do not skip the doses and finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping without completing the course of this drug may increase your risk of further infection.

Take exactly as directed for full course of medication. Tablets may be chewed, swallowed whole, or crushed and mixed with food. Increase dietary intake of fruit juices. All family members and close friends should also be treated.

To reduce the possibility of reinfection, wash hands and scrub nails carefully with soap and hot water before handling food, before eating, and before and after toileting. Keep hands out of the mouth. Disinfect toilet daily and launder bed linens, undergarments, and nightclothes daily with hot water and soap.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

    What are the uses of Pna 200 MG Tablet

    • Contraception

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

    What are the contraindications of Pna 200 MG Tablet ?

    • Hypersensitivity

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

    What are the side effects of Pna 200 MG Tablet ?

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

    Key highlights of Pna 200 MG Tablet

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Pregnant women are advised to consult a doctor before consuming this drug.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Lactating mothers are advised to take medical help before consuming this medication.

    • Is it habit forming?

      No, the medicine is not habit-forming or addictive.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      As relevant information is not available, kindly consult your doctor to know if any dose adjustment is needed in patients suffering from kidney diseases.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      Relevant information is not available. Please consult to know if any dose adjustment is needed in patients with liver impairment.

    • How long is the duration of effect?

      This medicine will remain active for about 4 - 5 hours after its onset of action.

    • What is the onset of action?

      The effect of this medicine is initiated within 60 minutes after its administration.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      It is advisable that you do not indulge in driving while on this medication.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

    What are the substitutes for Pna 200 MG Tablet ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Pna 200 MG Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      In case of an overdose, take medical help immediately.

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      It is advisable that you do not miss a dosage since there is just one dose per day. Consume the missed dosage as soon as you remember.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

    Where is the Pna 200 MG Tablet approved?

    • India

    • United States

    • Japan

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

    How does this medication work?

    Belonging to the class of anthelmintics (anti-worm), this drug affects the permeability of the cell membrane thereby killing the worms. This drug increases the cell permeability to calcium in schistosomes, causing strong contractions and paralysis of worm musculature leading to detachment of suckers from the blood vessel walls and to dislodgement.

      Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

      What are the interactions of Pna 200 MG Tablet ?

      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

        Using alcohol while taking this drug is not recommended. Any activity requiring a high level of mental alertness should be avoided in such cases
      • Interaction with Medicine

        Hydantoins may decrease Pna 200 MG Tablet levels causing treatment failures.
      • Interaction with Food

        Information not available.
      • Interaction with Disease

        Patients suffering from liver or kidney related diseases must not consume this medication without consulting it first with a doctor, as it can cause some serious side effects. Patients with cerebral cysticercosis require hospitalization.

      FAQs about Pna 200 MG Tablet

      • Ques : What are the storage instructions of Pna 200 MG Tablet?

        Ans : Pna 200 MG Tablet is stored at room temperature in darkness away from humidity.

      • Ques : Does Pna 200 MG Tablet cause heart conditions?

        Ans : Pna 200 MG Tablet should be used with care in patients suffering from heart conditions. They should be monitored for heart palpitations and irregular heartbeats.

      • Ques : How is Pna 200 MG Tablet administered?

        Ans : Pna 200 MG Tablet can be administered orally. It may also be crushed with water or juice.

      • Ques : What are the precautions to be taken with Pna 200 MG Tablet?

        Ans : You should avoid grapefruit juice or grapefruit and get regular check-ups as Pna 200 MG Tablet may make a health condition severe.

      • Ques : Do Pna 200 MG Tablet cause CNS issues?

        Ans : Pna 200 MG Tablet may affect the central nervous system, hence, the patients with active/history of CNS disorders should be closely monitored.

      References

      • Phenytoin-Drug Information Portal [Internet].druginfo.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 27 May 2022].Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/phenytoin

      • Phenytoin-DrugBank Online [Internet].go.drugbank.com 2022 [Cited 27 May 2022].Available from:

        https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00252

      • PHENYTOIN Tablet,solution-DailyMed [Internet].dailymed.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 27 May 2022].Available from:

        https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/search.cfm?labeltype=all&query=PHENYTOIN

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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