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Pralidoxime Chloride

2 brand names

Indications

  • Adjunct to atropine in the treatment of poisoning by organophosphorus insecticide or nerve agent

Safety Information

🫘Renal impairment guidance
⚠️Requires renal dose adjustment

Cautions

chloride Myasthenia gravis...

Side Effects

chloride Frequency not known With intravenous use Hyperventilation With parenteral use Dizziness; drowsiness; headache; muscle weakness; nausea; tachycardia; vision disorders...

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Brand Names

Protopam(IN, PK, SA, AE, EG, ZA, NG)PAM(IN)
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Last reviewed: 2026

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