V-PAM Injection 20ml
 
MANUFACTURER/ MARKETER
Vulcan Laboratories Pvt Ltd.
 
SALT COMPOSITION
Praloxime Iodide 500mg Injection
 
STORAGE
Store below 30°C
 

PRODUCT INTRODUCTION

V-PAM Injection is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of poisoning caused by pesticides and chemicals that contain organophosphates. It is used in the cases where respiratory depression occurs as a result of muscle weakness due to poisoning.

V-PAM Injection is administered in a medical emergency situation thus aim should be to seek treatment of poisoning without waiting for the results of laboratory tests. This injection is given under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Moreover, it is important to consult your doctor if you have abnormal heartbeat, difficulty or trouble with breathing, increased muscle weakness, or severe tiredness after receiving this medicine.

There can be some side effects like nausea, muscle weakness, headache, double vision, and blurred vision. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you will better. This medicine may also increase your blood pressure, so it is better to consult your doctor if it bothers you.

USES OF PAM INJECTION

·         Organophosphate poisoning

BENEFITS OF PAM INJECTION

In Organophosphate poisoning

Organophosphates are used as insecticides or medications. Symptoms of organophosphate poisoning include increased saliva and tear production, diarrhea, vomiting, small pupils, sweating, muscle tremors, and confusion. V-PAM Injection helps to undo the effects of organophosphate poisoning and to restore normal life functions. It is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse.

SIDE EFFECTS OF PAM INJECTION

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 Pam

·         Accomodation disorder

·         Dizziness

·         Double vision

·         Drowsiness

·         Headache

·         High blood pressure

·         Increased heart rate

·         Muscle weakness

·         Nausea

HOW TO USE PAM INJECTION

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

HOW PAM INJECTION WORKS

V-PAM Injection reactivates the enzymes blocked by many pesticides (organophosphates). It is an antidote used in the poisoning of these pesticides.

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with V-PAM Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

V-PAM Injection 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

CAUTION

V-PAM Injection should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether V-PAM Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

CAUTION

V-PAM Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of V-PAM Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of V-PAM Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.