Penicitin 250mg Capsule 10.0 capsules in 1 strip

All Details About Penicitin 250mg Capsule

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Penicitin 250mg Capsule

Description:

Penicitin 250mg Capsule is used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, Wilson's disease, and cystinuria. It slows the progression of rheumatoid arthritis and provides relief from pain and swelling in the joints. For treatment of Wilson's disease, it helps to remove the excess copper from the body.

Penicitin 250mg Capsule is to be taken in an empty stomach. You should take it regularly and at the same time each day to get maximum benefit from it. Retain taking it as recommended by your doctor and complete the dose even if you feel better.

Using of this medicine may cause some common side effects such as rashes, anorexia, epigastric pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of taste, and proteinuria. Your doctor may recommend regular blood tests to check and make sure the medicine is not harming your liver or effecting your blood counts. You should consult with your doctor if any of these side effects does resolve with time or get worse. Your doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these symptoms.

To make sure the medicine is safe for you, before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any problem with your kidneys. Also tell your doctor of all the other medicines you are taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult with their doctors before taking the medicine.

Uses:

Treatment of Rheumatoid arthritis
Treatment of Wilson's disease

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Penicitin 250mg Capsule is to be taken empty stomach.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Penicitin

Stomach pain/epigastric pain
Low blood platelets
Protein in urine

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Penicitin 250mg Capsule does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Penicitin 250mg Capsule is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Penicitin 250mg Capsule is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Taking Penicitin 250mg Capsule right after nursing and waiting for 4 to 6 hours before nursing again will minimize the harmful effects to the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Penicitin 250mg Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Penicitin 250mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Penicitin 250mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Employ of Penicitin 250mg Capsule is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Penicitin 250mg Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Penicitin 250mg Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

FAQs:

What is Penicitin 250mg Capsule used for?

Penicitin 250mg Capsule is prescribed for several conditions, such as in Wilson's disease (excess copper in the body), severe rheumatoid arthritis, and certain types of kidney stones (cystinuria). Your doctor may also prescribe Penicitin 250mg Capsule in case of heavy metal (lead) poisoning. Your doctor will determine if it is right for your specific condition.

What foods and supplements should I avoid?

You should avoid taking milk, antacids, zinc, or iron-containing supplements within 2 hours of taking Penicitin 250mg Capsule. Increaseitionally, avoid copper-rich foods if you have Wilson’s disease and other mineral supplements unless approved by your doctor.

What serious side effects should I watch for?

You should seek immediate medical attention during Penicitin 250mg Capsule treatment if you experience serious side effects such as unusual bleeding or bruising, fever or sore throat, unusual tiredness, blood in urine, joint pain, swelling, severe breathing difficulty, rash, etc. These could indicate serious complications requiring prompt attention.

How long does it take to see results?

The exact time Penicitin 250mg Capsule takes to show results is not known. The timeline for noticeable improvement varies by individual, condition, and its severity. The initial improvement in symptoms may take a few months. You should continue taking Penicitin 250mg Capsule even if you feel better and follow your doctor’s instructions and restrictions.

Are there special precautions for pregnancy?

You should inform your doctor if pregnant or planning pregnancy, as this may require adjusting or changing treatment and regular monitoring during pregnancy. Penicitin 250mg Capsule may be contraindicated in some cases. Discuss risks and benefits with your doctor.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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