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Pentastar D is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule. Pentastar D also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Pentastar D. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Pentastar D include Headache, Diarrhoea. While these are the most often observed Pentastar D side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Pentastar D are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Pentastar D is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Pentastar D's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Pentastar D can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Pentastar D in conditions like Liver Disease, Osteoporosis, Kidney Disease.
Besides this, Pentastar D may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Pentastar D is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Pentastar D 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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Pentastar D safe for pregnant women?
Pentastar D can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Pentastar D safe during breastfeeding?
Pentastar D should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Pentastar D on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Pentastar D. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Pentastar D on the Liver?
Pentastar D may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Pentastar D on the Heart?
Pentastar D is rarely harmful for the heart.
Pentastar D should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pentastar D unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pentastar D habit forming or addictive?
Pentastar D does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Pentastar D. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Pentastar D should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Pentastar D is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Pentastar D
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Pentastar D, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pentastar D
Information about the interaction of Pentastar D and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, Pentastar D can cause headache, this occurs rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown. If you experience severe headache after taking this drug, consider taking a mild painkiller, applying balms and complete rest, even after this if pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.
Yes, Pentastar D can help to reduce gas (flatulence) by preventing acidity (through decreasing the release of acid in your stomach) and facilitating gastric emptying.
Pentastar D contains domperidone (dopamine D2-receptor antagonist). It works by inhibiting the neurotransmitter dopamine (a chemical messenger present in our body) from acting on the vomiting center present in the brain thus preventing nausea and vomiting which provides relief to the patient from nausea and vomiting.
Yes, Pentastar D can cause dry mouth. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you experience severe dry mouth after taking this drug, keep yourself hydrated with juices, shakes, and ample water.
No, Pentastar D should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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