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Pentas is a prescription medicine that is available as a Infusion, Suppository, Tablet. Sore Throat are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Pentas have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Pentas is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Pentas have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Pentas are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Pentas has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Pentas's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Pentas related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Pentas have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Pentas with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Pentas is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Pentas is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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
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Is the use of Pentas safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Pentas safely.
Is the use of Pentas safe during breastfeeding?
Pentas has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Pentas on the Kidneys?
Pentas does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Pentas on the Liver?
Pentas does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Pentas on the Heart?
Pentas is completely safe for the heart.
Pentas should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pentas unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pentas habit forming or addictive?
Pentas does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Pentas will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Pentas should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Pentas is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Pentas
It is safe to take Pentas with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pentas
Information about the interaction of Pentas and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, Pentas covers Enterococcus faecalis bacteria but to increase the efficacy of Pentas against this bacteria aminoglycosides antibiotics are given along with this drug. However antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm the susceptibility of this bacteria to Pentas.
Yes, Pentas has been reported to causes rashes or itching but this occurs in a few cases only. It is the most common side effect of this medicine. If you experience excessive itching then discuss it with your doctor immediately.
Yes, Pentas can cause anaphylactic reactions. In fact, it is contraindicated in patients those who are already allergic to Pentas. Hence, if you already have penicillin allergy then please inform your doctor so that he can take required precautions.
Yes, Pentas can treat pneumonia caused by bacteria (Streptococcus pneumoniae). Pentas works in pneumonia by preventing the synthesis of the bacterial cell wall by binding to specific proteins (penicillin-binding proteins). In the absence of the cell wall, the bacteria becomes vulnerable and dies. It also kills the bacteria during the stage of their active multiplication.
No, Pentas is not effective against Pseudomonas species. They are generally found to be resistant to Pentas.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Penicillin G sodium
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1001-1004
