Pentas
Composition for Pentas Products
Pentas Products are primarily used for
Bacterial infections, Syphilis, Rheumatic feverProducts for Pentas
Pentas 200 Tablet
strip of 6 tablets
MRP₹3.92
Not Available
Pentas 400 Tablet
strip of 6 tablets
MRP₹7.08
Not Available
Pentas 800 Tablet
strip of 4 tablets
MRP₹5.74
Not Available
About Pentas Products
Uses of Pentas Products
Pentas Products side effects
Severe
Side Effects of Pentas are Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness), Vomiting, Nausea, Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils), Positive Coombs test, Increased potassium level in blood, Hypersensitivity, Serum sickness, Jarisch-Herxheimer reaction, Pseudomembranous colitis, Increased reflexes, Myoclonic contractions, Seizure, Renal tubular damage, Interstitial nephritis, Phlebitis.
How Pentas Products work
Penicillin G is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.
In Depth Information for Pentas Products
- You have been prescribed Pentas for the treatment of bacterial infections.
- It is given by an injection into a vein or muscle, or via a drip into a vein.
- Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
- Inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking this medicine.
- You have been prescribed Pentas for the treatment of bacterial infections.
- It is given by an injection into a vein or muscle, or via a drip into a vein.
- Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
- Inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking this medicine.
Patient Concerns about Pentas Products
Frequently asked questions about Pentas Products
Q. What should I discuss with my doctor before receiving Pentas 200 Tablet?
Before taking Pentas 200 Tablet, you should tell your doctor if you have ever had an allergic reaction to Pentas 200 Tablet or any similar medicine. Inform the doctor if you have any type of allergy, asthma, or breathing problems, heart disease, or kidney disease. Let your doctor know about all the medicines that you may be taking, as they may affect or be affected by Pentas 200 Tablet. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should also seek their doctor’s advice before taking Pentas 200 Tablet.
Q. I feel better now. Can I stop taking Pentas 200 Tablet?
No. Make sure to receive all doses your doctor has prescribed, even if you feel better. This is because your symptoms may have improved, but chances are that the infection is still present in your body. Skipping doses can increase the risk of developing an infection that is resistant to medication. So, continue taking Pentas 200 Tablet as prescribed. After you have finished all the doses, your doctor may advise you on some tests to make sure your infection has completely cleared up.
Q. Does Pentas 200 Tablet treat the flu?
No, Pentas 200 Tablet does not treat viral infections like the flu or a common cold.
Q. Can Pentas 200 Tablet cause an allergic reaction?
Yes. Pentas 200 Tablet may cause an allergic reaction, although it is rare. Get emergency medical help if you have any of the signs of an allergic reaction, such as hives, difficulty breathing, or swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.