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Pentozen 40 Mg Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Acidity, GERD, Peptic Ulcer. The alternative uses of Pentozen 40 Mg Injection have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Pentozen 40 Mg Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Pentozen 40 Mg Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Pentozen 40 Mg Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Pentozen 40 Mg Injection's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Pentozen 40 Mg Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Pentozen 40 Mg Injection related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Pentozen 40 Mg Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Pentozen 40 Mg Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Pentozen 40 Mg Injection is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Pentozen 40 Mg Injection 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
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Is the use of Pentozen 40 Mg Injection safe for pregnant women?
Pentozen is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Pentozen 40 Mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Pentozen. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Pentozen 40 Mg Injection on the Kidneys?
Pentozen is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Pentozen 40 Mg Injection on the Liver?
Pentozen is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Pentozen 40 Mg Injection on the Heart?
Using Pentozen does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pentozen 40 Mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pentozen 40 Mg Injection habit forming or addictive?
Pentozen 40 Mg Injection does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Pentozen 40 Mg Injection you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Pentozen 40 Mg Injection is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Pentozen 40 Mg Injection in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Pentozen 40 Mg Injection
It is safe to take Pentozen 40 Mg Injection with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pentozen 40 Mg Injection
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Pentozen 40 Mg Injection as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Pentozen can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform and consult your doctor if you are having severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Rarely Pentozen causes weight gain or loss. However, If you feel your weight is fluctuating after taking this medicine then inform the doctor right away and follow his/her instructions.
Avoid taking Pentozen with levothyroxine because it delays the absorption of levothyroxine and also effects the efficacy of levothyroxine. Please seek guidance from your doctor regarding taking these two medicines together.
Take Pentozen as long as your doctor has recommended you to take it. Do not exceed the prescribed dose. Consult your doctor if there is no symptomatic relief.
Pentozen is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
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