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Prokem 250 MG Tablet

Manufactured by: Monokem Laboratories
Composition: Ciprofloxacin
Prescription Required: Yes
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Description

Prokem 250 MG Tablet is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections such as Bronchitis, Pneumonia, Gonococcal infection and certain types of infectious diarrhea. This medicine can also be used to treat urinary tract infections, plague and anthrax. Caution is advised while using this medicine in the elderly population since it may increase the risk of tendinitis and tendon rupture.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Prokem 250 MG Tablet

  • Diarrheasevere
  • Abdominal painsevererare
  • White patches in the mouth or on the tonguesevererare
  • Joint painsevererare
  • Black or tarry stoolssevererare
  • Fever with chillssevererare
  • Chest tightnesssevererare
  • Ringing or buzzing in the earssevererare
  • Muscle painsevererare
  • Numbness of the handssevererare
  • Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet severerare
  • Running nose
  • Sneezing
SEVERE
Contact your doctor immediately if any of these symptoms are experienced on a regular basis.
RARE
Observed in a small fraction of population.
This is not an exhaustive list of side effects. Please inform your doctor if you experience any adverse reaction to the medication.

Highlights

Commonly asked questions for Prokem 250 MG Tablet

Onset of action

The peak effect of this medicine can be observed within 1 to 2 hours of administration of the dose.

Duration of effect

The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 12 to 20 hours.

Safe with alcohol?

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Is it habit forming?

No habit forming tendency has been reported.

Usage in pregnancy?

Use of this medicine is not recommended in pregnant women. Use only if clearly needed under the supervision of the doctor.

Usage while breast-feeding?

This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Prokem 250 MG Tablet

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Prokem 250 MG Tablet, and hence can be used as its substitute.
Alciflox 250 MG Tablet
Alkem Laboratories Ltd.
C-Flox 250 MG Tablet
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Ciplox 250 MG Tablet
Cipla Ltd.
Cipquin 250 MG Tablet
Unichem Laboratories Ltd.
Ultraflox 250 MG Tablet
Micro Labs Ltd.

What is it prescribed for?

Uses of Prokem 250 MG Tablet

  • Pneumonia

    Prokem 250 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of Community-Acquired Pneumonia which is a most common type of lung infection caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae or Haemophilus influenzae.

  • Bronchitis

    Prokem 250 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of bronchitis which is an inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, and some Mycoplasma Pneumonia.

  • Pyelonephritis

    Prokem 250 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of Pyelonephritis which is a type of kidney infection caused by E.coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Enterococci and Klebsiella pneumoniae.

  • Cystitis

    Prokem 250 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of cystitis which is a bladder infection caused by E.coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Enterococci and Klebsiella pneumoniae.

  • Prostatitis

    Prokem 250 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of Prostatitis (inflammation of the prostate gland that produces semen) caused by Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas and Enterococcus species.

  • Gonococcal infection

    Prokem 250 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of Gonococcal infection which is a sexually transmitted bacterial infection caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae.

  • Joint infection

    Prokem 250 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of bone and joint infections caused by Enterobacter cloacae, Pseudomonas aeruginosa.

  • Pneumonia with cystic fibrosis

    Prokem 250 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of Pneumonia with Cystic Fibrosis (an inherited disease that causes thick mucus to build up in the lungs and promotes the growth of bacteria like Staphylococcus aureus and Hemophilus influenzae).

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When not to use?

Contraindications of Prokem 250 MG Tablet

  • Allergy

    This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a known allergy to Prokem 250 MG Tablet or any other medicines belonging to the class fluoroquinolones.

  • Tendinitis or tendon rupture

    This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a past history of tendinitis or tendon rupture after using Prokem 250 MG Tablet.

  • Myasthenia gravis

    This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a past history or family history of Myasthenia Gravis (weakness and rapid fatigue of muscles under voluntary control).

Dosage

  • Missed Dose

    Oral forms: The missed dose of Prokem 250 MG Tablet should be taken as soon as possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it is already the time for your next scheduled dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed dose. Since Prokem 250 MG Tablet injection is mostly administered by a healthcare professional in a clinical setting, the likelihood of missing a dose is very low.

  • Overdose

    Oral forms: Seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor in case of an overdose with Prokem 250 MG Tablet. Injection: Since this medicine is administered in the hospital setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very less. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if an overdose is suspected.

Interactions

All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

  • Description

    - Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

  • Instructions

    - Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Interaction with Medicine

Disease interactions

  • Central nervous system disorders

    severe
    Use of Prokem 250 MG Tablet in patients with CNS disorders may experience tremors, restlessness, anxiety, confusion and hallucinations. It is advised not to take caffeine-containing products like coffee, chocolates and energy drinks while on treatment with this medicine.

  • Colitis

    severe
    It is not recommended to take Prokem 250 MG Tablet if you experience severe diarrhea, abdominal pain, and blood in stools after taking the medicine. Inform the doctor if you have any gastrointestinal diseases. Drink adequate amount of water to prevent dehydration.

  • QT Prolongation

    severe
    Use of Prokem 250 MG Tablet is not recommended if you experience any chest discomfort. Regular cardiac function tests are to be performed if you have any heart disease (arrhythmia) or family history of heart disease.

Food interactions

  • The desired effect of Prokem 250 MG Tablet will not be obtained if consumed with dairy products. There should be at least 2 hours time gap between taking Prokem 250 MG Tablet and dairy products.

Lab interactions

  • Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.

General Instructions

Oral forms: Take Prokem 250 MG Tablet as advised by your doctor. You may take this medicine with or without food. Do not take in larger amounts than advised. Injection: Prokem 250 MG Tablet should be administered by a trained healthcare professional as per the doctor's instructions for only the prescribed duration only after a test dose. Inform the incidence of any adverse effects to the doctor immediately.

Warnings

Warnings for special population

  • Pregnancy

    - Use of this medicine is not recommended in pregnant women. Use only if clearly needed under the supervision of the doctor.

  • Breast-feeding

    - This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

General warnings

  • Tendinitis and tendon rupture

    - Use of Prokem 250 MG Tablet will increase the risk to develop tendinitis or tendon rupture during the treatment or several months after treatment. It will affect the shoulder, hand, the back of your ankle, or other parts of your body. The risk is more if you are above 60 years of age and have a history of kidney, heart, or lung transplant and joint disease. You are also at high risk if you are on corticosteroids like dexamethasone, methylprednisolone or prednisone.

  • Drug-resistance

    - Usage of Prokem 250 MG Tablet without sufficient proof or suspicion of a bacterial infection should be avoided. Irrational dosing might fail in providing the benefits and even cause toxicity. It may also increase the risk of development of bacteria that is drug resistant.

  • Alternative treatment

    - Prokem 250 MG Tablet will increase the risk of developing serious side effects. It should reserved for use only if you have no alternative treatment options for acute bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis or uncomplicated cystitis.

Other details

  • To be taken on an empty stomach
  • To be taken as instructed by doctor
  • May cause sleepiness

How it works

Prokem 250 MG Tablet works by inhibiting an enzyme required for the bacteria to make its own copies and cause serious infections.

Legal Status

Approved
Approved
Approved
Approved

Classification

Category
Quinolones
Schedule
Schedule H

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