Pentossan 100 Capsule is used for treating bladder pain or discomfort associated with interstitial cystitis (painful bladder syndrome). It prevents irritating chemicals to contact with the bladder wall. Pentossan 100 Capsule is advised to take it in a dose and duration as per prescription. It should be taken on an empty stomach at least an hour before having a meal. Swallow the medicine as a whole without crushing or chewing it. You should not stop taking the medicine without consulting the doctor as it may lead to the worsening of your symptoms. The course of the treatment should be completed for better efficacy of the medicine. Some of the common side effects of this medicine include hair loss, diarrhea, nausea, rash, and headache. It may also make you feel dizzy, so it advised not to drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you. Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you are on any other medication for a blood disorder, liver disease, or any other health condition.

• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Headache
• Abdominal pain
• Dizziness
• Rash

If you miss a dose of Pentossan 100 Capsule, please consult your doctor.

Chemical Class::O-glycosyl compounds|Habit Forming::No|Therapeutic Class::BLOOD RELATED|Action Class::interstitial cystitis drug

• Q. Q. Can the use of Pentossan 100 Capsule increase the risk of bleeding??
  Ans: Yes, Pentossan 100 Capsule is a weak anticoagulant, and it may increase your risk of bleeding. Always be careful while doing activities that may cause an injury or bleeding. Tell your doctor immediately if you notice any abnormal bruising or bleeding, or if you notice blood in stool.
• Q. Q. Is Pentossan 100 Capsule a steroid??
  Ans: No, Pentossan 100 Capsule is not a steroid. It is used in the treatment of interstitial cystitis which is also known as bladder pain syndrome. This disease may cause sores on the inner lining of the urinary bladder along with areas of tiny bleeds, and the patient complains of pain and a frequent urge to urinate.
• Q. Q. How long does it take Pentossan 100 Capsule to start working??
  Ans: Generally, it takes about 3 to 6 months of continuous therapy to find some benefit or improvement. However, the duration of start of effect is variable as Pentossan 100 Capsule is recommended for long-term use to get effective clinical benefit. To check the effectiveness of the medicine, patients are reassessed after 3 months of treatment. This is also done to analyze whether the medication can be continued longer if the patients have not encountered any side effects.
• Q. Q. Who should be cautious while starting Pentossan 100 Capsule??
  Ans: Do not take this medication without consulting your doctor. Inform the doctor if you have any disease for which you are taking blood thinning medications like warfarin, heparin, aspirin, etc. This is done because the use of Pentossan 100 Capsule can increase the risk of bleeding. Also, pregnant women, patients with liver or kidney problems should remain cautious while using this medicine.
• Q. Q. How should I take Pentossan 100 Capsule??
  Ans: Pentossan 100 Capsule should be taken in the dose as advised by the doctor. Take the medicine whole at least 1 hour before meals or 2 hours after meals with one glass of water.
• Q. Q. Does Pentossan 100 Capsule need to be refrigerated??
  Ans: No, Pentossan 100 Capsule should not be refrigerated. Pentossan 100 Capsule comes in the form of capsules and can be stored at a safe place below 30°C. The bottle should be tightly closed to protect the medicine from moisture. Use the medicine within specified time after opening the pack. It is important to discard and stop using this medicine after the expiry date.

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