Pentavit Injection (Dexpanthenol)

Adult administration

As dexpanthenol, 20-100 mg is administered intramuscularly or intravenously 1-2 times a day. For postoperative intestinal paralysis, 50-500 mg is administered 1-3 times a day, and can be increased up to 6 times if necessary. Adjust according to age and symptoms. For intravenous administration, this medication 500 mg is slowly infused intravenously mixed with dextrose injection solution or Ringer's lactate solution.

When this medication is used as an ampoule injection, care must be taken when cutting the container to prevent glass fragments from mixing into the solution. It is especially safe not to administer to children or the elderly. This medication should not be used in patients with hemophilia. If symptoms of hypertension appear, administration should be discontinued immediately. Allergic reactions such as itching, red spots on the skin, or hives may occur with the use of this medication. Gastrointestinal symptoms such as vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea may occur, though infrequently. Since it can affect the respiratory system, caution is needed as dyspnea may occur when used with certain medications. It may lead to a slight decrease in blood pressure, and excitement may occur in the elderly. This medication must not be administered intravenously on its own and require sufficient time intervals between uses of other medications. In particular, it is important to maintain a 12-hour interval after the use of parasympathomimetics and a 1-hour interval after certain anesthetics. Rare allergic reactions have been reported when used with antibiotics, anesthetics, or barbiturates, so caution is advised. This medication may prolong the effects of certain anesthetics in women. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should use this medication only when the therapeutic benefits outweigh the risks. Safety in pediatric patients is not yet established, so it should be administered carefully. It may not be effective in patients with hypokalemia or mechanical bowel obstruction.

Serious side effects

Hives, dyspnea

Mild side effects

• Itching
• rash pain
• red spots on the skin
• generalized dermatitis
• vomiting
• abdominal pain
• diarrhea
• slight decrease in blood pressure
• mild excitement

This medication should be stored in a sealed container that blocks light, at a temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will maintain the medication's efficacy and ensure safe use.

Appearance

A brown ampoule containing a colorless to pale yellow solution

Package unit

50 ampoules/box [(2 milliliters/ampoule)]