Penicillin G (400000IU)
Pentids 400 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 doctor’s supervision.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about themCommon side effects of Pentids
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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 400 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Pentids 400 Tablet is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.
Related Warnings
Consuming alcohol with Pentids 400 Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pentids 400 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 400 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 400 Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Pentids 400 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Pentids 400 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Pentids 400 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Pentids 400 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Before taking Pentids 400 Tablet, you should tell your doctor if you have ever had an allergic reaction to Pentids 400 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 Pentids 400 Tablet. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should also seek their doctor’s advice before taking Pentids 400 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 Pentids 400 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.
No. Pentids 400 Tablet does not treat a viral infection such as the flu or a common cold.
Yes. Pentids 400 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; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
