Prosia 10 Transdermal Patch is used to treat moderate to severe pain and drug dependence/addiction to opioids. It helps prevent withdrawal symptoms that may be caused due to withdrawal of other opioids.

Prosia 10 Transdermal Patch is an opioid partial agonist-antagonists.

Uses of Prosia Transdermal Patch

Treatment of Moderate to severe pain
Treatment of Opioid (Morphine) dependence

Benefits of Prosia Transdermal Patch

In Treatment of Moderate to severe pain

Prosia 10 Transdermal Patch helps to relieve moderate to severe pain in conditions that affect joints and muscles. It works by blocking those chemical messengers in our body that are responsible for the pain sensation. It can help relieve pain in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. Applying it will help you go about your daily life more easily. This will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life. Consult a doctor if you are not sure.

In Treatment of Opioid (Morphine) dependence

Opioids are prescribed to treat pain. With prolonged use, the body may become dependent on them and cause withdrawal symptoms, which makes it difficult to stop taking them. Prosia 10 Transdermal Patch helps prevent these cravings that lead to opioid dependence and also helps the person to refrain from taking them repeatedly.

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Side effects of Prosia Transdermal Patch

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Prosia

Constipation
Dizziness
Drowsiness
Headache
Nausea

How to use Prosia Transdermal Patch

Use this medicine in dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label before use. Make sure the skin is clean and dry. Remove the protective liner of the patch. Do not touch the sticky side. With sticky side down, place the patch evenly onto the skin.

How Prosia Transdermal Patch works

Prosia 10 Transdermal Patch is a opioid partial agonist. It prevents withdrawal symptoms in patients who stop taking opioid drugs by producing similar effects to these drugs. It also provides pain relief by acting on specific receptors in the brain that change how your body feels and responds to pain.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Prosia 10 Transdermal Patch may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Prosia 10 Transdermal Patch is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

No interaction found/established

Kidney

CAUTION

Prosia 10 Transdermal Patch should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Prosia 10 Transdermal Patch may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Prosia 10 Transdermal Patch should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Prosia 10 Transdermal Patch may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Consider the use of an alternate analgesic that may permit more flexibility with the dosing in patients with severe hepatic impairment.

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Quick tips

Prosia 10 Transdermal Patch should be used as advised by the doctor.
You should change the patch every 7 days and apply a new patch to a new site.
Do not expose the patches to a heat source.
Avoid drinking alcohol or taking other medicines that can cause drowsiness.
It has a high potential for abuse, misuse, or addiction even at normal doses.
Discontinue the medicine and inform your doctor if you experience difficulty breathing.
Do not stop taking Prosia 10 Transdermal Patch without talking to your doctor first as it may cause a worsening of symptoms.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Phenanthrenes Derivatives

Habit Forming

Yes

Therapeutic Class

NEURO CNS

Action Class

Opioids- Partial agonist

Patient concerns

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Medical Oncology and Hematology

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Dr. Souvik Sardar

Dermatology

Plz visit a dermatologist for prescription of oral medication this is moderate to severe

Why do i have stomach ache frequently and its my 2 nd month of pragnancy specily in the left lower abdomen my all usg n blood reports are normal

Dr. Megha Gupta

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Hi PATIENT Lower abdomen pain and discomfort during pregnancy as the growing uterus puts pressure over the bladder. However if pain is moderate to severe then it could be due to an infection, please test for UTI to see for infection. Drink plenty of water and that should help. All the best.

FAQs

What is Prosia 10 Transdermal Patch used for?

Prosia 10 Transdermal Patch is used to relieve severe pain when other pain medicines did not work well enough or cannot be tolerated. This medicine is not used for minor pain or pain that only sometimes occurs. It should not be used to treat pain that you only have once in a while or "as needed". It is also used to treat opioid use disorder.

How to use Prosia 10 Transdermal Patch?

Prosia 10 Transdermal Patch should be applied to a clean, dry, rash-free, hairless, or nearly hairless area of skin on the upper chest, back, or arm, or side of the chest. Only use water to clean the area of skin prior to application because other substances (such as soaps, oils, or gels) may alter the absorption of the drug. Discard used patches carefully and out of reach of children or pets. Keep in mind that the skin is not the same everywhere on your body. Be sure to place the patch according to instructions from your doctor.

What precautions are to be taken while using Prosia 10 Transdermal Patch?

Do not use the skin patch if it has been cut or damaged. Never wear more than 1 patch at a time unless your doctor has told you to. Do not apply the patch to parts of the body that is irritated, broken, cut, or damaged. Do not wear the skin patch on a part of your body where your child could reach or remove the patch from your skin. Avoid allowing children to watch you put on a skin patch. Never tell a child that this skin patch is a "bandage."

What should I avoid while using Prosia 10 Transdermal Patch?

Avoid sources of heat while wearing the patch. Do not use a heating pad or electric blanket, tanning bed, or sauna. Avoid sunlight, hot bath water, and vigorous activity. Heat can increase the amount of the medicine you absorb through your skin and may cause an overdose or death.

Can I use one patch over another for better effect?

If you’re using more than one patch at a time, never place one patch on top of another. The entire sticky side needs to be in direct contact with your skin. It is advisable to always consult your doctor in case you have any doubts regarding the usage of this medicine.

I am not able to stick Prosia 10 Transdermal Patch onto my skin, can I use tape to stick?

If in case you are unable to stick the patch onto your skin do not use any dressing or tape. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist for advice.

Can I take bath or shower while using Prosia 10 Transdermal Patch?

Yes, you can have showers and even go swimming while using Prosia 10 Transdermal Patch but not for a long period of time. Check the patch is still on properly afterward and dry the area around the patch carefully. If your patch is missing, put another patch on a different part of your body and put the old patch back in the packet it came in. Use it as per your doctor's advice.

I feel dizzy when I get up from a sitting position or when I walk down the stairs. Is it due to Prosia 10 Transdermal Patch?

This medicine may cause a severe lowering of blood pressure, or a sudden drop in blood pressure when going from sitting to standing, especially if you are taking medications for high blood pressure. Talk to your doctor who might change your dosage.

When to consult the doctor?

Seek immediate medical help if you have shallow breathing, chest pain, fast heart rate, seizure, a light-headed feeling (like you might pass out), blisters, swelling, or severe irritation where the patch was worn, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite or liver problems like upper stomach pain, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes).

Can I use Prosia 10 Transdermal Patch during pregnancy?

If you use Prosia 10 Transdermal Patch while you are pregnant, your baby could become dependent on the medicine. This can cause life-threatening withdrawal symptoms in the baby after it is born. Babies born dependent on habit-forming medicine may need medical treatment for several weeks.

Can I use Prosia 10 Transdermal Patch while breastfeeding?

Prosia 10 Transdermal Patch can pass into breast milk and may cause breathing problems or at times or life-threatening problems in a breastfeeding baby. Ask your doctor in detail about all the risks.

How to safely store Prosia 10 Transdermal Patch?

As with most medications, Prosia 10 Transdermal Patch should be stored at room temperature. Store it in a secure location where it will not be exposed to excessive heat, moisture or direct sunlight. Keep it out of reach of children. Make sure that any leftover portion is disposed of safely.

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Country of origin: India

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