Pentol Information

Pentol, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Drops. Mydriasis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Pentol has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Pentol depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Pentol as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Pentol go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Pentol is Moderate for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Pentol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Pentol related warnings section.

Other contraindications of Pentol have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Pentol may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Pentol is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Pentol Benefits & Uses

Pentol is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Uveitis

Pentol 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: Eye Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Eye Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Eye Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Eye Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Eye Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Eye Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Pentol Related Warnings

Is the use of Pentol safe for pregnant women?

Pentol can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Pentol right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Pentol safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Pentol for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

Mild
What is the effect of Pentol on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Pentol on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Pentol on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Pentol on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Pentol on the Heart?

Side effects of Pentol rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Pentol with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Phenylephrine

Chlorpheniramine,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine

Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine

Pentol Contraindications

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

Down Syndrome
Glaucoma

Frequently asked Questions about Pentol

Is this Pentol habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Pentol is addictive.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Pentol only as per medical advice.

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

No, Pentol cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Pentol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pentol

Taking Pentol with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Pentol

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

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 118

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1402

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