Pentids 800 Tablet 10.0 tablets in 1 strip

All Details About Pentids 800 Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Pentids 800 Tablet

Description:

Pentids 800 Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. It is used in infections of the throat, ear, nasal sinuses, respiratory tract, skin, and soft tissue, rheumatic fever, and sexually transmitted diseases like syphilis.

Pentids 800 Tablet may be taken with or without food. Take it in the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening. The total duration of treatment and precise dosage will be decided by your doctor, depending on the type of infection that you have and how well you respond to the medication.

Ordinary side effects of Pentids 800 Tablet include fever, chills, headache, exacerbation of cutaneous lesions, hyperventilation, vasodilation with flushing, and mild hypotension. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, discuss them with your doctor. They may be able to provide supportive treatments or adjust your dosage.

Earlier taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you are allergic to penicillin or any similar type of medicine. This medicine is generally regarded as safe to use during pregnancy if used under a doctor’s supervision. Let your doctor also know if you have preexisting medical conditions or if you are taking any other medications.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Pentids 800 Tablet may be taken with or without food.

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 Pentids

Fever
Chills
Muscle pain
Headache
Skin lesion
Rapid heart rate
Hyperventilation (rapid breathing)
Vasodilation
Hypotension (low blood pressure)

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Pentids 800 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Pentids 800 Tablet is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Available human data suggest that the drug does not pass into breast milk in clinically significant amounts and is unlikely to harm the infant.

Driving

SAFE

Pentids 800 Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Pentids 800 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Liver

CAUTION

Pentids 800 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

FAQs:

What should I discuss with my doctor before receiving Pentids 800 Tablet?

Earlier taking Pentids 800 Tablet, you should tell your doctor if you have ever had an allergic reaction to Pentids 800 Tablet or any similar medicine. Inform the doctor if you have any type of allergy, asthma, or breathing problems, heart disease, or kidney disease. Let your doctor know about all the medicines that you may be taking, as they may affect or be affected by Pentids 800 Tablet. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should also seek their doctor’s advice before taking Pentids 800 Tablet.

I feel better now. Can I stop taking Pentids 800 Tablet?

No. Make sure to receive all doses your doctor has prescribed, even if you feel better. This is because your symptoms may have improved, but chances are that the infection is still present in your body. Skipping doses can increase the risk of developing an infection that is resistant to medication. So, continue taking Pentids 800 Tablet as prescribed. After you have finished all the doses, your doctor may advise you on some tests to make sure your infection has completely cleared up.

Does Pentids 800 Tablet treat the flu?

No, Pentids 800 Tablet does not treat viral infections like the flu or a common cold.

Can Pentids 800 Tablet cause an allergic reaction?

Affirmative. Pentids 800 Tablet may cause an allergic reaction, although it is rare. Get emergency medical help if you have any of the signs of an allergic reaction, such as hives, difficulty breathing, or swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

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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