Progen
Composition for Progen Products
Progen Products are primarily used for
Bacterial infectionsProducts for Progen
Progen 0.3% w/v Eye Drop
bottle of 5 ml Eye Drop
MRP₹14
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About Progen Products
Progen Products side effects
Severe
Side Effects of Progen are Hearing loss, Joint pain, Headache, Breathlessness, Vomiting, Nausea, Fever, High blood pressure, Edema (swelling), Thrombophlebitis, Confusion, Depression, Drowsiness, Lethargy, Myasthenia gravis, Numbness, Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation), Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand), Seizure, Vertigo, Hair loss, Urticaria, Decreased calcium level in blood, Weight loss, Clostridium difficile associated diarrhea, Decreased appetite, Enterocolitis, Urinary casts, Low urine output, Protein in urine, Renal toxicity, Agranulocytosis (deficiency of granulocytes in the blood), Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Hepatomegaly (enlarged liver), Increased liver enzymes, Hypersensitivity, Muscle cramp, Muscle weakness, Visual disturbance, Ringing in ear, Decreased creatinine clearance, Respiratory depression, Increased reticulocytes, Low blood platelets, Pulmonary fibrosis, Enlarged spleen, Laryngeal edema, Gastrointestinal bleeding.
How Progen Products work
Gentamicin is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.
In Depth Information for Progen Products
- Your doctor has prescribed Progen to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
- It is given as a drip (intravenous infusion) or as an injection directly into a vein or a muscle.
- Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Progen may cause dizziness.
- Your doctor may get regular blood, urine, or hearing tests while you are on this medication.
- Your doctor will ensure that you are well hydrated before and during treatment with this medicine.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.
- Discontinue Progen and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Patient Concerns about Progen Products
Frequently asked questions about Progen Products
Q. Is Progen 0.3% w/v Eye Drop effective?
Progen 0.3% w/v Eye Drop is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Progen 0.3% w/v Eye Drop too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. I feel better now, can I stop using Progen 0.3% w/v Eye Drop?
No, you should not stop using Progen 0.3% w/v Eye Drop suddenly without talking to your doctor. This is because your symptoms may worsen and your infection may return. You may experience improvement in your symptoms before the infection is completely cleared. Therefore, for better results, it is advised to continue your treatment for the prescribed duration. Stopping the medication too early could allow the spread of the infection and hence prevent complete healing.
Q. What should I do if I forget to use Progen 0.3% w/v Eye Drop?
If you forget to use Progen 0.3% w/v Eye Drop, do not worry and continue using Progen 0.3% w/v Eye Drop as soon as you remember. However, if you are not sure and have any other doubts, please consult your doctor.
Q. In which conditions is the use of Progen 0.3% w/v Eye Drop avoided?
Use of Progen 0.3% w/v Eye Drop should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Progen 0.3% w/v Eye Drop or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Progen 0.3% w/v Eye Drop for the first time, consult your doctor.
Q. What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Progen 0.3% w/v Eye Drop?
Keep Progen 0.3% w/v Eye Drop in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Keep it away from children and other people to avoid any misuse.