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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
48 Hrs returnable
COD available

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Composition :

PRALIDOXIME-25MG/ML

Manufacturer/Marketer :

T Walkers Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

PARENTERAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Therapeutic Class

ANTIDOTES

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Ghotawade Rd, Pirangut, Bhare, Maharashtra 411058
Other Info - TWA0006

FAQs

Twapam Injection 20 ml contains Pralidoxime, a cholinesterase reactivator. It works by reactivating the enzyme cholinesterase (mainly outside the central nervous system), which has been inactivated by phosphorylation due to an organophosphate pesticide or related compounds and medicines.

Twapam Injection 20 ml is an antidote Antidote for organophosphorus nerve agent poisoning, including chlorosarin, cyclosarin (GF), R-VX, tabun (GA), sarin (GB), VX, soman (GD), chlorosoman and organophosphorus pesticides.

Pralidoxime injection is also used to treat an overdose of medicines (such as neostigmine, ambenonium, and pyridostigmine) that treat myasthenia gravis.

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Alcohol

Caution

Avoid consuming alcohol. Consult your doctor for more information.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or suspect pregnancy. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Twapam Injection 20 ml.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Caution is advised. Let your doctor know if you are a nursing mother before taking Twapam Injection 20 ml; your doctor may suggest stopping breastfeeding for a certain period.

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Driving

Unsafe

Twapam Injection 20 ml may cause blurred vision and diplopia (double vision). It impacts your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Inform your doctor before receiving Twapam Injection 20 ml if you have had a liver impairment/disorder history. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Twapam Injection 20 ml.

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Kidney

Caution

Caution should be exercised. Inform your doctor before receiving Twapam Injection 20 ml if you have had a kidney impairment/disorder history. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Twapam Injection 20 ml.

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Children

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor. The doctor will decide the dose based on your child's age and condition.

About Twapam Injection 20 ml

Twapam Injection 20 ml belongs to the oxime class of drugs. Pralidoxime is used alone or together with atropine to treat poisoning caused by organic phosphorus pesticides or chemicals. It is also used to treat an overdose of drugs that treat myasthenia gravis.

Twapam Injection 20 ml contains Pralidoxime, a cholinesterase reactivator. It works by reactivating the enzyme cholinesterase (mainly outside the central nervous system), which has been inactivated by phosphorylation due to an organophosphate pesticide or related compound.

A qualified healthcare professional will administer Twapam Injection 20 ml. You may experience mild to moderate pain at the site of injection, blurred vision, diplopia (double vision), impaired accommodation, dizziness, headache, drowsiness, nausea, tachycardia (fast heartbeat), increased systolic and diastolic blood pressure, hyperventilation (rapid or deep breathing), and muscular weakness. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, inform your doctor.

Before taking Twapam Injection 20 ml, let your doctor know about all your medical conditions, sensitivities, and ongoing medications. Also, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding. Twapam Injection 20 ml may cause blurred vision and diplopia (double vision); it impacts your ability to drive or operate machinery.

Uses of Twapam Injection 20 ml

Organophosphate poisoning

Medicinal Benefits Mweb

Medicinal Benefits

Twapam Injection 20 ml contains Pralidoxime, a cholinesterase reactivator that belongs to the oxime class of drugs. Pralidoxime is together with another medicine called atropine to treat poisoning caused by organic phosphorus pesticides (such as diazinon, malathion, sarin and parathion). Pralidoxime injection is also used to treat an overdose of medicines (such as neostigmine, ambenonium, and pyridostigmine) that treat myasthenia gravis. It works by reactivating the enzymes (cholinesterase) blocked by many pesticides or medicines. Poisoning with these substances or drugs weakens your muscles, including those that let you breathe. Pralidoxime is used to help you regain muscle strength.

Directions for Use

A qualified healthcare professional will administer Twapam Injection 20 ml.

Side Effects of Twapam Injection 20 ml

  • Mild to moderate pain at the site of injection
  • Blurred vision
  • Diplopia (double vision)
  • Impaired accommodation
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Drowsiness
  • Nausea
  • Tachycardia 
  • Increased systolic and diastolic blood pressure
  • Rapid or deep breathing
  • Muscular weakness

Drug Warnings

Twapam Injection 20 ml is not recommended as an antidote for carbamate pesticide overdose since it may enhance carbaryl toxicity or known hypersensitivity to the drug. Before taking Twapam Injection 20 ml, inform your doctor of all your medical problems, sensitivities, and medicines. Also, let your doctor know if you are pregnant, want to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding. Do not drive or operate machinery because Twapam Injection 20 ml may cause diplopia (double vision), decreased accommodation, and dizziness.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • MIVACURIUM
  • SUCCINYLCHOLINE

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