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Pentazen is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet, Injection. Other than this, Pentazen has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Pentazen. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Pentazen also has some side effects, the most common being Confusion, Nausea or vomiting, Rash. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Pentazen as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Pentazen go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Pentazen's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Safe while nursing. Further, the section on Pentazen related warnings talks about Pentazen's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Seizures, Alcoholism must refrain from the use of Pentazen since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Pentazen contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Pentazen with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Pentazen, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Pentazen 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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Pentazen is used -
Severe
Common
Is the use of Pentazen safe for pregnant women?
Pentazen should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Pentazen safe during breastfeeding?
Pentazen does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Pentazen on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Pentazen. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Pentazen on the Liver?
Pentazen can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Pentazen on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Pentazen. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Pentazen 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 Pentazen unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pentazen habit forming or addictive?
Pentazen is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Pentazen as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Pentazen only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Pentazen is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Pentazen
You can take Pentazen with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pentazen
Consumption of alcohol and Pentazen together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, Pentazen cause low blood pressure (hypotension) in a few cases only. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of low blood pressure is unknown. If you are experiencing lightheadedness or blurry vision (symptoms of low blood pressure) after taking this drug then try to sit down and take rest for a while till it subsides.
Pentazen contains tramadol which is an opioid analgesic (pain-killer). It is presumed that tramadol provides relief from pain by binding to certain receptors (mu-opioid receptors) in our brain and by preventing the reuptake of chemical messengers (neurotransmitters) serotonin and norepinephrine. In this way Pentazen provides relief to the patient from moderate to severe pain.
Yes, long-term use of Pentazen can result in addiction since it is a habit-forming drug you are advised to not take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Yes, Pentazen can be taken for low back pain in combination with other drugs such as paracetamol. It has been found to be very effective in providing relief from the low back pain.
The duration of treatment might vary depending upon the patient's medical condition. You are advised take it as per your doctor's advice. Do not take it longer than prescribed by your doctor because it is a habit-forming drug.
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