Pentate Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Pentate Injection Information

Pentate Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Acidity, GERD, Peptic Ulcer. Pentate Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Pentate Injection. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Pentate Injection as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Pentate Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Pentate Injection is Safe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Pentate Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Pentate Injection related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Pentate Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Pentate Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Pentate Injection is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Pentate Benefits & Uses
Pentate Dosage & How to Take
Pentate Side Effects
Pentate Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Pentate with Other Drugs
Pentate Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Pentate
Pentate Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Pentate Injection Benefits & Uses

Pentate Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Acidity (Read More - Home remedies for acidity)
GERD
Peptic Ulcer (Read More - Gentle and Natural: Best Home Remedies for Stomach Ulcers)
Heartburn (Read More - Home Remedies for Heartburn: Natural Ways to Alleviate Discomfort)

Other Benefits

Pentate Injection 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: Zollinger Ellison syndrome Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 80 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 6 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Zollinger Ellison syndrome Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 80 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 6 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Pentate Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Pentate Injection safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Pentate safely.

Safe
Is the use of Pentate Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Pentate can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Pentate Injection on the Kidneys?

Pentate is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Pentate Injection on the Liver?

Pentate may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Pentate Injection on the Heart?

Using Pentate does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Pentate Injection with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Atazanavir

Emtricitabine

Methotrexate

Nelfinavir

Moderate

Pentate Injection Contraindications

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

Gastric Cancer
Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Osteoporosis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Pentate Injection

Is this Pentate Injection habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Pentate Injection.

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

After taking Pentate Injection you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, the use of Pentate Injection is considered safe.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Pentate Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Pentate Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pentate Injection

You can take Pentate Injection with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Pentate Injection

Consumption of alcohol and Pentate Injection together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Pentate Injection

Question over 5 years ago

Is Pentate over the counter drug?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

No, you can not buy Pentate over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Pentate works?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Pentate works by blocking the action of the enzyme in the wall of a stomach which is responsible for acid production in the stomach. By blocking the enzyme, the production of acid is decreased, and this helps to relieve the stomach from acidity, heartburn, GERD, stomach ulcer and other acidity related stomach problem.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to use Pentate?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Pentate should be taken 30 - 60 minute before taking any meal. Preferably it should be taken once a day in the morning before breakfast. However, some patient may require to take it twice a day, in this case, 1 tablet should be taken in the morning and 1 tablet in the evening before the meal as directed by the doctor. You are recommended to consult your doctor regarding the exact dosage regime of medicine and follow his/her instruction.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Pentate?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Pentate is a brand name of pantoprazole. It is a prescription medicine that belongs to the class of drug called proton pump inhibitor (PPI). It is mainly used for the short-term treatment of peptic ulcer, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GRED), Zollinger Ellison syndrome and other acidity related stomach problems. It is also used for the treatment of duodenal ulcer and heartburn.

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Pentate?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Take Pentate as long as your doctor has recommended you to take it. Do not exceed the prescribed dose. Consult your doctor if there is no symptomatic relief.