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Protirelin

Latest prescription information about Protirelin. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Protirelin
Pronunciation : proe-ti-REL-in
Trade Name(s): 
International- Thyrel.
Why it is prescribed (Indications) : 
This medication is a synthetic tripeptide, prescribed for diagnostic assessment of thyroid function.

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications): 


Contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity.


When it is to be taken : 
IV- The recommended dose range is 200 to 500 µg.
How it should be taken : 
It comes as a solution for injection, to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein.
Special Instruction : 
* Caution should be exercised in patients with history of high blood pressure, blood vessel disease, heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, any allergy, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
* It may cause drowsiness or lightheadedness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
Side Effects : 
Most Common - Epilepsy, brain damage, nausea, urinary urgency, flushing, lightheadedness, bad taste in mouth, abdominal discomfort, and dry mouth.
Miscellaneous - Anxiety, sweating, tightness in the throat, pressure in the chest; tingling sensation; drowsiness and allergic reactions.
Other Precautions : 
* Avoid excess dosage.
Storage Conditions : 
Store it at controlled room temperature (15° to 30°C).

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