Prodine 5 mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called anti-spasmodic agents. Prodine 5 mg Tablet is used to treat the symptoms of Parkinson's disease and extrapyramidal symptoms (drug-induced movement disorders). Prodine 5 mg Tablet exerts a direct inhibitory effect upon the parasympathetic nervous system. It works by relaxing the muscles and nerve impulses that control muscle functioning. Prodine 5 mg Tablet improves muscle control and reduces stiffness, thereby helping the muscles move naturally. Prodine 5 mg Tablet is used as an adjuvant therapy along with levodopa to treat Parkinson's disease. Additionally, Prodine 5 mg Tablet is used to control drug-induced movement disorders caused by CNS drugs such as dibenzoxazepines, thioxanthenes, phenothiazines, and butyrophenones.

FAQs

How does Prodine 5 mg Tablet work?

Prodine 5 mg Tablet works by relaxing the muscles and nerve impulses that control muscle functioning. It improves muscle control and reduces stiffness, thereby helping the muscles move naturally.

Does Prodine 5 mg Tablet cause hallucinations?

Hallucination is a medical condition in which the person may feel, hear or believe things that are not true, see things that are not there, or feel unusually suspicious or confused. Prodine 5 mg Tablet may cause hallucinations if taken for a prolonged time. So, if you experience hallucinations while taking Prodine 5 mg Tablet , please talk to your doctor immediately.

Is it safe to take Prodine 5 mg Tablet with anti-depression pills?

Antidepressants should be avoided while taking Prodine 5 mg Tablet as it might increase sedative effects. Consult your doctor before taking Prodine 5 mg Tablet if you are using depressants.

Does Prodine 5 mg Tablet cause dry mouth?

Dry mouth could be a side-effect of Prodine 5 mg Tablet . Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drinking water regularly, and chewing sugar-free gum/candy might help stimulate saliva and thereby prevent mouth drying.

Does Prodine 5 mg Tablet cause heat stroke?

Prodine 5 mg Tablet should be used with caution during hot weather as it may increase the chance of having a heat stroke. Inform your doctor if you have heat intolerance or fever.

Does Prodine 5 mg Tablet cause constipation?

Constipation may occur as a side-effect of Prodine 5 mg Tablet . Try eating foods that encourage a bowel movement. Consult your doctor if you experience excessive constipation.

Is it safe to take Prodine 5 mg Tablet if I have glaucoma?

Consult your doctor before taking Prodine 5 mg Tablet if you have glaucoma. Prodine 5 mg Tablet is contraindicated in patients with narrow-angle glaucoma. Prodine 5 mg Tablet may cause blindness on long-term use in the case of patients with narrow-angle glaucoma.