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Pentra D is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule, Tablet. Other than this, Pentra D has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Pentra D depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Pentra D include Headache, Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Pentra D have been listed ahead. These side effects of Pentra D are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Pentra D is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Pentra D's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Pentra D can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Pentra D in conditions like Liver Disease, Osteoporosis, Kidney Disease.
Besides this, Pentra D 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 Pentra D is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Pentra 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Pentra D is used -
Severe
Common
Is the use of Pentra D safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Pentra D. If you are pregnant, do not take Pentra D without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Pentra D safe during breastfeeding?
Pentra D may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Pentra D on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Pentra D. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Pentra D on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Pentra D. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Pentra D on the Heart?
Pentra D is rarely harmful for the heart.
Pentra 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 Pentra D unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pentra D habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Pentra D.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Pentra D, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Pentra D can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Pentra D should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Pentra D cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Pentra D
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Pentra D, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pentra D
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Pentra D and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Pentra D is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as a headache, itching, and rash. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Pentra D has been reported to cause diarrhoea but this occurs in a few cases only. It is a common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug, discuss your doctor immediately without any further delay.
No, Pentra D does not cause erectile dysfunction. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking it. It is not a known side effect of this drug.
Yes, Pentra D can cause constipation. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe constipation after taking this drug then inform your doctor and take precautionary methods such as eating fibrous foods to avoid constipation.
Yes, Pentra D can help to reduce gas (flatulence) by preventing acidity (through decreasing the release of acid in your stomach) and facilitating gastric emptying.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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