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PRALIDOXIME (pra luh DOK seem) treats insecticide poisoning. It may also be used to treat overdose of some medications used to treat myasthenia gravis. It belongs to a group of medications called antidotes.
This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.
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This medication is infused into a vein. It may also be injected under the skin or into a muscle. It is given by your care team in a hospital or clinic setting.
Talk to your care team about the use of this medication in children. While it may be given to children for selected conditions, precautions do apply.
Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.
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-Some medications for Alzheimer disease
-Some medications for bladder problems, such as flavoxate or oxybutynin
-Some medications for headache, such as butalbital
-Some medications for myasthenia gravis
-Some medications for Parkinson disease, such as benztropine or trihexyphenidyl
-Some medications for seizures, such as phenobarbital
-Some medications for sleep
-Some medications for stomach problems, such as dicyclomine or hyoscyamine
-Some medications for travel sickness, such as scopolamine
This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.
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Your condition will be monitored carefully while you are receiving this medication.
This medication may affect your coordination, reaction time, or judgment. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how this medication affects you. Sit up or stand slowly to reduce the risk of dizzy or fainting spells.
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This does not apply.
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Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:
-Allergic reactions—skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report these to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):
-Blurry vision
-Dizziness
-Double vision
-Headache
-Nausea
-Pain, redness, or irritation at injection site
This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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This medication is given in a hospital or clinic. It will not be stored at home.
NOTE: This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.
DISCLAIMER: This drug information content is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Patients should always consult their physician with any questions regarding a medical condition and to obtain medical advice and treatment. Drug information is sourced from GSDD (Gold Standard Drug Database ) provided by Elsevier.
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