Prolet SR 100 Tablet
Manufacturer
Alteus Biogenics Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Primidone (100mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Prolet SR 100 Tablet is a barbiturate used to treat and prevent epilepsy (seizures). It also has hypnotic properties, slowing down brain activity and causing sleepiness or dizziness.
Dosage Form
Tablet SR
Introduction
Prolet SR 100 Tablet may be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as 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 as it may be habit-forming with long-term use. If you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Directions for Use
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. Prolet SR 100 Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, vertigo, low energy, impaired coordination, visual disturbance, and headache.
Alcohol Warning
Prolet SR 100 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Breastfeeding Warning
Prolet SR 100 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. Baby should be monitored for excessive sleepiness and weight gain.
Pregnancy Warning
Prolet SR 100 Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Interacting Medicines
Aprepitant Disopyramide Nimodipine Fosaprepitant
How it works
Prolet SR 100 Tablet is a barbiturate. It controls seizures or fits by increasing the action of GABA, a chemical messenger which suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
Quick Tips
Take your medication regularly as directed by your doctor as missing doses can trigger seizures. Do not change the brand of your medicine and make sure that you have sufficient amount of medicine present with you. Some healthy tips to prevent seizures: Take a healthy diet along with regular exercise. Practice yoga every day. Get enough sleep at nighttime. Limit the use of screen time such as mobile/ laptop.
