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Pentis is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Pentis have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Pentis depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Pentis side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Pentis 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.
It is also important to note that Pentis has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Pentis related warnings talks about Pentis's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Pentis can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Pentis in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Other contraindications of Pentis have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Pentis may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Pentis is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Pentis 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Pentis is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Pentis safe for pregnant women?
Pentis can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Pentis right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Pentis safe during breastfeeding?
Pentis 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.
What is the effect of Pentis on the Kidneys?
Pentis has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Pentis on the Liver?
Side effects of Pentis rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Pentis on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Pentis on the heart have been reported.
Pentis should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pentis unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pentis habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Pentis is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Pentis can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Pentis only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Pentis for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Pentis
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Pentis to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pentis
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Pentis as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, long-term use of Pentis can increase the risk of tendonitis and tendon rupture in some people. However, the exact mechanism of tendon rupture is not known. If you suffer from tendon rupture or any kind of muscular pain after consuming this drug, please consult your doctor immediately.
Pentis is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting the bacterial cell division and stops the working of enzyme which is responsible for cell division. It is effective against a large number of bacteria, even those bacteria which are resistant to other drugs.
Pentis is not recommended as the first-line of drug for treating sinus infection. However, if there are no other alternatives available then you can take it, after doctor's advice.
Yes Pentis is used to treat typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistance to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. however, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.
It is recommended to avoid taking Pentis with azithromycin because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if your doctor has prescribed it to you take it as per his/her advice. In case you are experiencing breathing difficulties, palpitations and pain in the chest please inform your doctor immediately.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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