Pactel: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Pactel Information

Pactel is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. The alternative uses of Pactel have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Pactel. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Pactel side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Pactel go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Pactel's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Pactel has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Pactel related warnings section.

Pactel is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Hepatitis, Kidney Disease, Jaundice as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Pactel have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Pactel may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Pactel is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Pactel Benefits & Uses
Pactel Dosage & How to Take
Pactel Side Effects
Pactel Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Pactel with Other Drugs
Pactel Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Pactel
Pactel Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Pactel Benefits & Uses

Pactel is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Ear Infection
Pneumonia
Tonsillitis
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Bronchitis

Other Benefits

Pactel 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1000 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: strength 875 mg amoxicillin and 125 mg clavulanic acid
Adult	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1000 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: strength 875 mg amoxicillin and 125 mg clavulanic acid
Geriatric	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1000 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: strength 875 mg amoxicillin and 125 mg clavulanic acid

Pactel Related Warnings

Is the use of Pactel safe for pregnant women?

Pactel is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Pactel safe during breastfeeding?

Pactel is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Pactel on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Pactel. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Pactel on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Pactel. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Pactel only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Pactel on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Pactel on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Pactel with Other Drugs

Pactel should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Probenecid

Allopurinol

Methotrexate

Moderate

Warfarin

Pactel Contraindications

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

Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Hepatitis
Kidney Disease
Jaundice
Hepatic Encephalopathy

Frequently asked Questions about Pactel

Is this Pactel habit forming or addictive?

Pactel does not cause addiction.

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

After taking Pactel you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Pactel should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Pactel for mental disorders.

No

Pactel Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pactel

Taking Pactel with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Pactel

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Pactel with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Pactel

Question over 4 years ago

Does Pactel cause sleepiness?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, Pactel does not cause sleepiness. However, if you feel or experience sleepiness or drowsiness after taking this medicine, please inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Pactel for cough?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Pactel can be taken for a cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. Please consult your doctor for the best treatment and diagnosis for cough.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I buy Pactel over-the-counter?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

No, you can not buy Pactel over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Pactel?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Pactel is a brand name for amoxicillin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called penicillin antibiotic. It is used in the treatment of the number of bacterial infections such as tonsillitis, pneumonia, bronchitis, gonorrhea, and infection of ear, nose, throat, skin, urinary tract. It is also used in combination with other antibiotic medications such as clarithromycin to treat stomach ulcer caused by Helicobacter pylori bacteria.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Pactel with cough medicine?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Pactel can be taken with cough medicine. Clinically no harmful drug-drug interactions have been reported between them. However, if you feel any side effects after taking these two medicines at the same time, please inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.