Pentamidine : Proper Use (NebuPent, Pentacarinat, Pneumopent)

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Pentamidine (Inhalation)

Brand Names : NebuPent, Pentacarinat, Pneumopent

Pentamidine | Before Using | Proper Use | Precautions | Side Effects

Proper Use of This Medicine

To help prevent the development or return of pneumocystis pneumonia, you must receive pentamidine inhalation on a regular basis, even if you are feeling well.

Dosing - The dose of pentamidine inhalation will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label . The following information includes only the average doses of pentamidine inhalation. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.

For the inhalation dosage form:
- For the prevention of Pneumocystis carinii pneumonia (PCP):
  - Adults and children 5 years of age and older - 300 milligrams (mg) by oral inhalation once every four weeks.
  - Children younger than 5 years of age - Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.

Missed dose - If you miss a dose of this medicine, receive your treatment as soon as possible.

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