Penidure LA 12 Injection 1 Ml: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Penidure Benefits & Uses

Penidure 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

Penidure 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: Pericarditis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 3000000 iu Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Pericarditis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 3000000 iu Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Pericarditis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50000 units/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Pericarditis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50000 units/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Pericarditis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50000 units/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Penidure Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Penidure is used -

Mild

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

Penidure Related Warnings

Is the use of Penidure safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Penidure LA without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Penidure safe during breastfeeding?

Penidure LA may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Penidure on the Kidneys?

Penidure LA is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Penidure on the Liver?

Penidure LA is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Penidure on the Heart?

Penidure LA is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Penidure with Other Drugs

Penidure 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

Penidure Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Kidney Disease
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Penidure

Is this Penidure habit forming or addictive?

Penidure is not addictive in nature.

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

Penidure does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Penidure only as per medical advice.

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

No, Penidure is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Penidure Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Penidure

Taking Penidure with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Penidure

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Penidure with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Penidure

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Penidure LA with paracetamol?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Penidure LA can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Penidure LA cause anaphylactic shock?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Yes, Penidure LA can cause anaphylactic reactions. In fact, it is contraindicated in patients those who are already allergic to Penidure LA. Hence, if you already have penicillin allergy then please inform your doctor so that he can take required precautions.

Question about 6 years ago

How to take Penidure LA?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

The dose of Penidure LA may vary depending on the type of bacteria and severity of the infection. Oral Penidure LA 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 Penidure LA cover enterococcus?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Penidure LA covers Enterococcus faecalis bacteria but to increase the efficacy of Penidure LA 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 Penidure LA.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Penidure LA cause fever?

Dr. Tarun kumar MBBS , Other

Yes, rarely Penidure LA causes fever. If you are experiencing fever after taking this drug then try to take antipyretics (drugs that reduce fever, such as paracetamol) if the fever relapses again then discuss it with your doctor.