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Pentids 800 Tablet

Manufactured byABBOTT HEALTHCARE PVT LTD
ContainsPenicillin G
Description
Pentids 800 Tablet is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used to treat and prevent certain infections caused by bacteria. It is mainly effective in treating bacterial infections of the respiratory tract- throat, lungs, nose, and skin. Pentids 800 Tablet stops the growth of bacteria causing the infection. It is not effective against infections caused by viruses. Pentids 800 Tablet may cause few side effects like diarrhoea, stomach pain, headache, weakness, nausea, and vomiting. Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Pentids 800 Tablet. Maintain caution while using it in individuals with kidney and liver problems. Pentids 800 Tablet can make birth control pills less effective. Take Pentids 800 Tablet with or without food. You can take this tablet around the same time every day for ease of remembering. For the best results, take this antibiotic at evenly spaced times. Once an antibiotic is started, it is always recommended to finish the entire course of treatment.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Pentids 800 Tablet

  • Stomach pain
  • Diarrhoea
  • Headache
  • Skin rash
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Yellow coloured eyes or skin
  • Weakness
  • Muscle or joint pain
  • Irregular heartbeat

Uses of Pentids 800 Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Sinusitis
  • Lung infections
  • Skin and soft tissue infections
  • Pharyngitis/Tonsilitis
  • Bacterial infections
  • Prophylaxis for Rheumatic Fever
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    You will start to feel better in 3 to 5 days after taking Pentids 800 Tablet. But finish your entire course of treatment, even if the condition gets better.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The duration of time for which Pentids 800 Tablet remains active in the body is not clinically known.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendency has been reported for Pentids 800 Tablet.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Pentids 800 Tablet is generally safe in pregnancy to treat bacterial infections. It is not known to cause birth defects when used by pregnant women. Hence it is acceptable for use upon your doctor's recommendation.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Pentids 800 Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. It is not known to be harmful to breastfeeding women. It passes into breast milk in very low levels that are not expected to cause adverse effects in breastfed infants. Hence it is acceptable for use upon your doctor's recommendation.

Allergy

Avoid taking Pentids 800 Tablet if you are previously allergic to it. Some patients may get allergic reactions to this medicine. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulties, etc.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Pentids 800 Tablet is generally safe in pregnancy to treat bacterial infections. It is not known to cause birth defects when used by pregnant women. Hence it is acceptable for use upon your doctor's recommendation.

Breast-feeding

Pentids 800 Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. It is not known to be harmful to breastfeeding women. It passes into breast milk in very low levels that are not expected to cause adverse effects in breastfed infants. Hence it is acceptable for use upon your doctor's recommendation.
General warnings

Antibiotic resistance

Finish your entire course of treatment with Pentids 800 Tablet, even if the condition gets better to avoid antibiotic resistance (the bacteria may become resistant to antibiotics). If you still feel unwell after completing your antibiotic course, make an appointment to consult your doctor.

Driving or operating machinery

Pentids 800 Tablet may cause dizziness, confusion, or fits in some people. Do not drive a vehicle or operate machinery after taking this medicine.

Diarrhoea

Pentids 800 Tablet can cause diarrhoea because it may also kill the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine. Get emergency medical help if you experience severe diarrhoea that is watery or bloody. Call your pharmacist/doctor before taking anti-diarrhoeal medication.

Allergic reaction

Pentids 800 Tablet is likely to cause severe allergic reactions in some people. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, or breathing difficulties.

Missed Dose

Try not to skip a dose of Pentids 800 Tablet. And if a dose is skipped, do not add it up to the next dose.

Overdose

Reach the nearest emergency medical department immediately or contact the doctor in case of an overdose with Pentids 800 Tablet.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Live cholera vaccine

Methotrexate

Ethinyl Estradiol

Warfarin

Disease interactions

Kidney disease

Pentids 800 Tablet is filtered by the kidney and moved out of the body through urine. Patients with kidney diseases need special dose consideration while using Pentids 800 Tablet due to the risk of kidney damage. Dose adjustment should be done based on the clinical condition.

Gastrointestinal Disorders

Pentids 800 Tablet can kill the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and leads to diarrhoea. Therefore use it under extreme caution in patients with gastrointestinal (mouth to anus) diseases, particularly colitis (swelling of the inner lining of the colon), since it may worsen the patient's condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Pentids 800 Tablet with or without food. Never take more than the prescribed dose. Do not give your medicine to other people even if their condition appears to be the same as yours.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
Pentids 800 Tablet works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell walls. This helps in stopping the growth and multiplication of the microorganism, eventually killing it.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Penicillins, Antibiotics

Schedule

Schedule H

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Information on this page was last updated on 11 May 2021

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