Protobid Plus Tablet
Prescription Required
Introduction of Protobid Plus Tablet
Protobid Plus Tablet is used to treat diarrhea and abdominal pain. It works effectively to reduce abdominal pain, bloating, and cramps by relaxing the muscles of the stomach and gut. It neutralizes excessive acid in the stomach and helps in easy passage of gas. It also kills diarrhea-causing bacteria.
Protobid Plus Tablet is a combination of anticholinergic-antispasmodic, antiprotozoal agent, and 5-nitroimidazole (antiprotozoal & antibacterial), and methylpolysiloxane.
Protobid Plus Tablet is a combination of anticholinergic-antispasmodic, antiprotozoal agent, and 5-nitroimidazole (antiprotozoal & antibacterial), and methylpolysiloxane.
Uses of Protobid Plus Tablet
Benefits of Protobid Plus Tablet
In Abdominal pain
Protobid Plus Tablet effectively relieves sudden muscle spasms or contractions in the stomach and intestine (gut), thereby relaxing the muscles and improving movement of food. It also blocks chemical messengers in the brain that are responsible for pain sensation. This helps to treat abdominal pain (or stomach pain) as well as cramps, bloating and discomfort. Take Protobid Plus Tablet as prescribed to get maximum benefit. Eventually, it will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a more active and better quality of life.
In Diarrhea
Diarrhea is an increase in the frequency of bowel movements or loose watery bowel movements. It can most commonly occur due to an infection of the digestive tract. Protobid Plus Tablet helps to treat diarrhea that is caused due to bacteria or parasitic worm infections. This medicine can relieve frequent loose motions and also help you to stay well by preventing them from coming back. You need to take this medicine regularly to get the most out of it and you should drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.
Side effects of Protobid Plus Tablet
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 Protobid Plus
- Nausea
- Dryness in mouth
- Metallic taste
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Stomach pain
- Flatulence
- Sleepiness
- Weakness
- Nervousness
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Blurred vision
How to use Protobid Plus Tablet
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. Protobid Plus Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Consuming alcohol while taking Protobid Plus Tablet may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Protobid Plus Tablet 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
Information regarding the use of Protobid Plus Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Protobid Plus Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Protobid Plus Tablet may make you feel drowsy or gives you problems with coordination or sensation (e.g. numbness or weakness). This may affect your driving ability.
Protobid Plus Tablet may make you feel drowsy or gives you problems with coordination or sensation (e.g. numbness or weakness). This may affect your driving ability.
Kidney
CAUTION
Protobid Plus Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Protobid Plus Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Protobid Plus Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Protobid Plus Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Protobid Plus Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Protobid Plus Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
Protobid Plus Tablet
- You have been prescribed Protobid Plus Tablet for the treatment of diarrhea and to get relief from abdominal pain.
- It is best to take it when the first sign of pain occurs.
- Diarrhea can cause water loss and electrolyte imbalance. Drink plenty of fluids especially ORS (oral rehydration solution) to help keep you hydrated.
- Consult your doctor if your diarrhea lasts for more than 48 hours even after taking Protobid Plus Tablet.
- Stick to simple meals and avoid spicy rich food in order to avoid feeling sick (nausea).
- Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
- Do not take any indigestion remedies (antacids) within two hours of taking this medicine.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Patient concerns
Patient concerns
User feedback
What are you using Protobid Plus Tablet for?
Abdominal pai*
50%
Others
25%
Parasitic wor*
25%
*Abdominal pain, Parasitic worm infections
How much was the improvement?
Poor
67%
Average
33%
What were the side-effects while using Protobid Plus Tablet?
Abdominal pai*
100%
*Abdominal pain
How do you take Protobid Plus Tablet?
With food
100%
Please rate Protobid Plus Tablet on price
Average
100%
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Address: Iatros Pharmaceuticals, Sonigra Chambers, Gultekadi, Market Yard Road, PB No 1416, Pune - 411037 (Maharashtra) India
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Protobid Plus Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Protobid Plus Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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