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Definition of Pentamidine

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Medical Definition of Pentamidine

1. An antibiotic used in aerosol form as a prevention against PCP (aerosolised pentamidine) and used intravenously to treat PCP. Side effects of inhaled pentamidine can include coughing, lung contractions, shortness of breath and fatigue. Side effects of injected pentamidine can include low blood sugar, pancreatitis and kidney disease. (09 Oct 1997)

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