Pentamidine Isethionate - Pentamidine Isethionate - Injection Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Pentamidine Isethionate.
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Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use, especially of.

Medicinal Applications

• This medication is an anti-infective used to treat pneumocystis carinii pneumonia (PCP).

Pentamidine Isethionate Storage Instructions

• Refrigerate.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• Contact your doctor.

Pentamidine Isethionate Miscellaneous Notes

• Certain laboratory tests may be done periodically to monitor the effectiveness of this medication.
• Make sure needles, tubing and supplies are stored safely and disposed of properly.

Read Before Using Pentamidine Isethionate (precautions)

• Tell your doctor if you have.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

Possible Side Effects

• This medication may cause stomach upset, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, muscle aches or change in taste.
• Notify your doctor if you experience.

Usage Instructions

• This medication is given by injection into a large muscle such as a buttock or hip, or diluted and slowly infused into a vein over 60 minutes.
• It is usually given once a day for 14 days.
• It is important that you use all the medication as directed.
• Stopping therapy too early can lead to a relapse of the infection.