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Entavar Benefits & Uses

Entavar is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Pneumonia

Other Benefits

Entavar Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 600 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 600 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 600 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Entavar Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Entavar is used -

Moderate

Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Increased Liver Enzymes
Hypoglycemia (Low blood sugar level)

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Headache
Diarrhoea
Rash
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
पेट दर्द
Vertigo

Entavar Related Warnings

Is the use of Entavar safe for pregnant women?

Entavar can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Entavar, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Entavar safe during breastfeeding?

Entavar should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Entavar on the Kidneys?

Entavar has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Entavar on the Liver?

Using Entavar does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Entavar on the Heart?

Entavar is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Entavar with Other Drugs

Entavar should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Pseudoephedrine

Bupropion

Buspirone

Phenylephrine

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Moderate

Rifampicin

Paracetamol,Codeine

Mild

Phenytoin

Entavar Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Entavar unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Anemia
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Hyperthyroidism
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Entavar

Is this Entavar habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Entavar is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Entavar, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Entavar can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Entavar only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Entavar is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Entavar Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Entavar

The side effects of taking Entavar with certain foods can be serious. Contact your doctor about this.

Severe
Interaction between Alcohol and Entavar

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Entavar and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Entavar

Question about 5 years ago

Is Entavar a antibiotic?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Entavar is an antibiotic. It contains linezolid which is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drug known as oxazolidinone. It is used for the treatment of bacterial infections such as pneumonia and skin infections.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Entavar with paracetamol?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes Entavar can be taken with paracetamol. Paracetamol does not appear to interfere with the efficacy of Entavar. Hence, it is alright to take them together. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Entavar treat UTI?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Entavar can treat UTI (urinary tract infection) but it is not generally preferred as a first line drug of choice for the treatment of UTI. It is only prescribed in UTI when other drugs are not effective in treating the infection.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Entavar cause hair loss?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

No, Entavar does not cause hair loss (alopecia). It has not been associated with hair loss till now. If you are experiencing any unusual hair loss after using this drug and you are in doubt that Entavar is causing this effect then do discuss it with your doctor.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Entavar cause headache?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Rarely, Entavar causes a headache. It is an uncommon side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of a headache is unknown. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balm and take rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.