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Pentids 400 Tablet (6) is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Sore Throat are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Pentids 400 Tablet (6) have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Pentids 400 Tablet (6) 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Pentids 400 Tablet (6) can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Pentids 400 Tablet (6) normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Pentids 400 Tablet (6)'s effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. Warnings related to Pentids 400 Tablet (6)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
The section on Pentids 400 Tablet (6) contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Pentids 400 Tablet (6) may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Pentids 400 Tablet (6), it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Pentids 400 Tablet (6) 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 Pentids 400 Tablet (6) safe for pregnant women?
Pentids is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Pentids 400 Tablet (6) safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Pentids for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Pentids 400 Tablet (6) on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Pentids on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Pentids 400 Tablet (6) on the Liver?
Pentids does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Pentids 400 Tablet (6) on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Pentids for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pentids 400 Tablet (6) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pentids 400 Tablet (6) habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Pentids 400 Tablet (6) has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Pentids 400 Tablet (6) as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Pentids 400 Tablet (6) only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Pentids 400 Tablet (6) in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Pentids 400 Tablet (6)
You can take Pentids 400 Tablet (6) with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pentids 400 Tablet (6)
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Pentids 400 Tablet (6) with alcohol will be.
Pentids is a narrow-spectrum beta-lactam antibiotic which belongs to the class of drugs known as penicillins. It works by preventing the synthesis of the bacterial cell wall by binding to specific proteins (penicillin-binding proteins). In the absence of a cell wall, the bacteria becomes vulnerable and dies. It also kills the bacteria during the stage of their active multiplication. It is effective against penicillin-susceptible bacteria such as staphylococci (barring the penicillinase-producing strains), streptococci (groups A, B, C, G, H, L, and M), Streptococcus pneumoniae, Treponema pallidum, and Neisseria meningitidis.
Yes, Pentids covers some anaerobes such as Peptococcus species and its high doses are required to kill these bacterial species but most anaerobe strains are not covered by Pentids because it is a narrow-spectrum antibiotic.
Yes, Pentids covers Enterococcus faecalis bacteria but to increase the efficacy of Pentids against this bacteria aminoglycosides antibiotics are given along with this drug. However antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm the susceptibility of this bacteria to Pentids.
Yes, Pentids can be taken with ibuprofen. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Pentids is helpful in treating non-severe cellulitis in which skin becomes swollen and red due to infection. Pentids contains penicillin G (benzylpenicillin) which is effective in the treatment of non-severe cellulitis caused by Streptococcus pyogenes that are susceptible to Pentids.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Penicillin G sodium
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1001-1004