Pricil
Pricil Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Food Interaction and all others data.
Trade Name | Pricil |
Generic | Levosulpiride |
Levosulpiride Other Names | Levosulpirida, Levosulpiride, Levosulpiridum, S-(-)-Sulpiride |
Weight | 25mg, 50mg |
Type | Tablet |
Formula | C15H23N3O4S |
Weight | Average: 341.43 Monoisotopic: 341.140927407 |
Groups | Experimental |
Therapeutic Class | |
Manufacturer | Weather Folds Pharmaceuticals |
Available Country | Pakistan |
Last Updated: | September 19, 2023 at 7:00 am |
Uses
Pricil is indicated to treat dyspepsia, symptoms of Meniere's syndrome, and second line in the treatment of drug-induced nausea and vomiting.
Pricil is also used to associated treatment for these conditions: Dizziness, Dyspepsia, Nausea, Nausea and vomiting, Tinnitus, Hearing loss or impairment
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FAQ
What is Pricil used for ?
Pricil is an antipsychotic medication used to treat depression, indigestion, psychiatric disorders, irritable bowel syndrome, anxiety disorder, vertigo, hallucinations, schizophrenia, and frequent heartburns. The drug is used for the prevention of premature ejaculation.
How safe is Pricil?
Pricil is an effective and safe drug in the treatment of dysmotility-like functional dyspepsia and non-erosive reflux disease.
How does Pricil work?
Pricil works by increasing the release of acetylcholine. It increases the movement of the stomach and intestines and prevents reflux.
What are the common side effects of Pricil?
Some of the common side effects of Pricil are:
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Increased prolactin level in blood
- Drowsiness
- Irregular Menstrual Periods
- Gynecomastia
- Constipation
- Abdominal pain and cramps
- Weight gain
- Unusual tiredness
- Increased salivation
- Fever
- Excessive Sweating
- Change in Heart Rate
- Abnormal Heart Rate
Is Pricil safe during pregnancy?
Pricil is not recommended if you are pregnant as it can harm your foetus. This medicine is prescribed by your doctor only when the potential benefits outweigh the risks.
Can I take Pricil while breastfeeding?
All antihistamines are considered safe to use during breastfeeding, as minimal amounts are excreted in the breast milk and would not cause any adverse effects on a breastfeeding infant.
Can I drink alcohol with Pricil?
The interaction of alcohol with Pricil causes an increase in impaired coordination and reactivity. This may result in an increased risk of accidents at the workplace, especially in people using dangerous machinery.
Can I drive after taking Pricil?
It is advised to avoid driving after taking Pricil as it may alter the ability to drive.
Does Pricil make me sleepy?
Some of the common side effects of Pricil are: Headache. Fatigue. Drowsiness.
When should be taken of Pricil?
Take the tablet before a meal or as advised by your doctor. It is important to take this medicine at the same time every day to maintain a constant level of medicine in your body.
How many time can I take Pricil daily?
Take Pricil tablets three times a day.
How long does Pricil take to work?
Pricil may remain in your body for 1-2 days.
What is the half life of Pricil?
In the single 25 mg study, the mean peak plasma concentration was 441 ng/mL, the mean area under the concentration–time curve from 0 to 36 h (AUC0–36) was 1724 ng h/mL, and the mean elimination half-life (t1/2) was 7.0 h.
Can I take Pricil for a long time?
Pricil is usually prescribed for 4 weeks as per the condition of use given in the product's label, as it is available as either tablets or oral solutions. The duration can also be 8 weeks (4 weeks for treatment and 4 weeks for the follow-up period).
Does Pricil cause weight gain?
Pricil may cause side effects like headache, fatigue, constipation, tiredness, weight changes, and irregular periods.
What happen If I missed a dose of Pricil?
Take the missed dose of Pricil as soon as you remember. If it is time for the next scheduled dose, then skip the missed dose. Do not take double dose to compensate for the missed dose.
What happen if I overdose on Pricil?
Oral form: Never take more than the prescribed dose. Contact a doctor for further guidance if an overdose with Pricil is suspected.
Injection form: An overdose of Pricil injection is unlikely to happen as this medicine is administered by a healthcare professional. If overdose is suspected then your doctor will start overdose protocol immediately.
Can I suddenly stop taking Pricil?
Stop it...as it does not have much withdraw symptoms which will bother you... And usually people stop it... abruptly.
Can Pricil affect my kidneys?
There are no case reports in chronic kidney disease patients.
Can Pricil used for children?
Pricil is not recommended for use in children as the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.
Can Pricil affect my heart?
Pricil should be used with caution if you have a problems of the heart and this medicine can alter heart rate. Your doctor may adjust the dose according to your condition and/or closely monitor the functioning of your heart.