Pentids 200 Tablet (6): Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Pentids 200 Tablet (6) Information

Pentids 200 Tablet (6) is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Sore Throat. Secondary and off-label uses of Pentids 200 Tablet (6) have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Pentids 200 Tablet (6). Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Pentids 200 Tablet (6) can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Pentids 200 Tablet (6) are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Pentids 200 Tablet (6) has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Pentids 200 Tablet (6)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Pentids 200 Tablet (6) contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Pentids 200 Tablet (6) have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Pentids 200 Tablet (6) is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

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

Pentids 200 Tablet (6) Benefits & Uses

Pentids 200 Tablet (6) is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Sore Throat (Read More - Home remedies for sore throat)

Other Benefits

Meningococcal Meningitis
Pericarditis
Endocarditis
Gonorrhea
Listeriosis
Syphilis
Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Botulism
Scarlet Fever
Nephritis

Pentids 200 Tablet (6) 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

Pentids 200 Tablet (6) Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Pentids 200 Tablet (6) is used -

Mild

Diarrhoea
Nausea or vomiting
Urticaria
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Maculopapular rash
Chills
Joint pain

Pentids 200 Tablet (6) Related Warnings

Is the use of Pentids 200 Tablet (6) safe for pregnant women?

Pentids is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Pentids 200 Tablet (6) safe during breastfeeding?

Pentids may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Pentids 200 Tablet (6) on the Kidneys?

Using Pentids does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Pentids 200 Tablet (6) on the Liver?

Pentids does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Pentids 200 Tablet (6) on the Heart?

You can take Pentids without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Pentids 200 Tablet (6) with Other Drugs

Pentids 200 Tablet (6) should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Methotrexate

Moderate

Ethinyl Estradiol

Chloramphenicol

Tetracycline

Warfarin

Pentids 200 Tablet (6) Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pentids 200 Tablet (6) unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Kidney Disease
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Pentids 200 Tablet (6)

Is this Pentids 200 Tablet (6) habit forming or addictive?

Pentids 200 Tablet (6) does not cause addiction.

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

Pentids 200 Tablet (6) will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Pentids 200 Tablet (6) is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, the use of Pentids 200 Tablet (6) in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Pentids 200 Tablet (6) Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pentids 200 Tablet (6)

Taking Pentids 200 Tablet (6) with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Pentids 200 Tablet (6)

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Pentids 200 Tablet (6) with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Pentids 200 Tablet (6)

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Pentids?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

The dose of Pentids may vary depending on the type of bacteria and severity of the infection. Oral Pentids should be taken empty stomach because the presence of acid and food can affect its absorption from the stomach or take it as advised by your doctor. Precautions must be taken in patients with asthma, seizure disorder, and improper kidney function.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Pentids cover anaerobes?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Yes, Pentids covers some anaerobes such as Peptococcus species and its high doses are required to kill these bacterial species but most anaerobe strains are not covered by Pentids because it is a narrow-spectrum antibiotic.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Pentids helpful in treating cellulitis?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Pentids is helpful in treating non-severe cellulitis in which skin becomes swollen and red due to infection. Pentids contains penicillin G (benzylpenicillin) which is effective in the treatment of non-severe cellulitis caused by Streptococcus pyogenes that are susceptible to Pentids.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Pentids helpful in treating meningitis?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Pentids is used in the treatment of meningitis which is caused by bacteria Neisseria meningitidis or Listeria monocytogenes. Usually, the treatment for syphilis with Pentids continues over the duration of 2-3 weeks depending on the patient's condition and infection severity.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Pentids safe to use?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Pentids is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as diarrhoea, fever, and rash. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this drug then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.