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Pentra is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Acidity, GERD, Peptic Ulcer are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Pentra has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Pentra depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Pentra as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Pentra 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.
In addition, Pentra's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Pentra's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Pentra contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Pentra have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Pentra, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Pentra 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 |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Pentra is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Pentra safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Pentra safely.
Is the use of Pentra safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Pentra. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Pentra on the Kidneys?
Pentra does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Pentra on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Pentra on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Pentra on the Heart?
Pentra is not harmful for the heart.
Pentra 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 unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pentra habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Pentra is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Pentra, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Pentra can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Pentra is safe as it does not bear any side effects.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Pentra is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Pentra
It is safe to take Pentra with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pentra
Consuming Pentra with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
This medicine data has been created by -
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Protonix (pantoprazole sodium)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 653
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 984-986
