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Pentam 300

Pentam 300 generic name: Pentamidine Isethionate

What is Pentam 300 used for?

Pentamidine is used to treat a serious lung infection (Pneumocystis pneumonia-PCP) in people with immune system problems, including people with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Pentamidine belongs to a class of drugs known as antiprotozoals. It works by killing the organism that causes the infection.

CHEMICAL NAME

Pentamidine Isethionate (pen-TAM-ih-deen eye-seh-THIGH-oh-nate)

DRUG TYPE

Infections

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Pentam 300 Frequently Asked Questions

This section contains uses of this drug that are not listed in the approved professional labeling for the drug but that may be prescribed by your health care professional. Use this drug for a condition that is listed in this section only if it has been so prescribed by your health care professional.

This drug may also be used for certain parasite infections (such as leishmaniasis, trypanosomiasis, babesiosis).

IMPORTANT: HOW TO USE THIS INFORMATION: This is a summary and does NOT have all possible information about this product. This information does not assure that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about this product and your specific health needs.

Pentam 300 Dosage and Form Information

Supplied As
Strength
Vial
300 Mg