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Quick Facts
About Pentids 200 Tablet
Pentids 200 Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. It is effective in infections of the throat, ear, nasal sinuses, respiratory tract, skin and soft tissue, and sexually transmitted diseases like Syphilis.Pentids 200 Tablet is also used to prevent some infections such as Rheumatic fever and infection of the heart valves (bacterial endocarditis) in people with pre-existing heart disease. It is a penicillin-type of antibiotic, which mainly fights and stops the growth of the gram-positive type of bacteria. This tablet may be swallowed with or without food, but it should be used regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor.Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening. The total duration of treatment and precise dosage will be decided by your doctor, depending on the type of infection that you have and how well you respond to the medication.Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you are allergic to penicillin or any penicillin-type of medicine. Rash, vomiting, allergic reactions, nausea, and diarrhea may be seen as side effects in some patients. These are temporary and usually resolve quickly. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects persist or if your condition worsens. This medicine is generally regarded as safe to use during pregnancy if used under a doctors supervision.
How It Works
Pentids 200 Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. It is effective in infections of the throat, ear, nasal sinuses, respiratory tract, skin and soft tissue, and sexually transmitted diseases like Syphilis.Pentids 200 Tablet is also used to prevent some infections such as Rheumatic fever and infection of the heart valves (bacterial endocarditis) in people with pre-existing heart disease. It is a penicillin-type of antibiotic, which mainly fights and stops the growth of the gram-positive type of bacteria. This tablet may be swallowed with or without food, but it should be used regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor.Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening. The total duration of treatment and precise dosage will be decided by your doctor, depending on the type of infection that you have and how well you respond to the medication.Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you are allergic to penicillin or any penicillin-type of medicine. Rash, vomiting, allergic reactions, nausea, and diarrhea may be seen as side effects in some patients. These are temporary and usually resolve quickly. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects persist or if your condition worsens. This medicine is generally regarded as safe to use during pregnancy if used under a doctors supervision.
How to Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Pentids 200 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
What if you miss a dose?
If you miss a dose of Pentids 200 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Benzylpenicillin
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Composition of Pentids 200 Tablet
Uses of Pentids 200 Tablet
Key Benefits of Pentids 200 Tablet
- In Treatment of Bacterial infections Pentids 200 Tablet is an antibiotic medicine which can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. It works by stopping the growth of the bacteria causing the infection. This medicine is given by a doctor or a nurse and should not be self-administered. It usually makes you feel better quite quickly. You must continue the treatment as prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.
Side Effects of Pentids 200 Tablet
- Rash
- Allergic reaction
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
This is not a complete list of side effects. Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
Safety Advice for Pentids 200 Tablet
Consuming alcohol with Pentids 200 Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pentids 200 Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Pentids 200 Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Pentids 200 Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Pentids 200 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Pentids 200 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Pentids 200 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Pentids 200 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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