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Genticare D is a prescription medicine that is available as a Drops. The alternative uses of Genticare D have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Genticare D depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Genticare D also has some side effects, the most common being Skin scar, Dryness, Itching or burning. While these are the most often observed Genticare D side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Genticare D go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Genticare D is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Genticare D's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Genticare D is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Ulcerative Colitis, Gastritis, Parkinson's Disease are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Genticare D contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Genticare D with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Genticare D, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Genticare D is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Genticare D safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Genticare D. If you are pregnant, do not take Genticare D without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Genticare D safe during breastfeeding?
Genticare D should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Genticare D on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Genticare D. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Genticare D on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Genticare D. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Genticare D on the Heart?
Genticare D may have severe effects on your heart, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.
Genticare D should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Genticare D unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Genticare D habit forming or addictive?
Genticare D does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Genticare D
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Genticare D, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Genticare D
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Genticare D with alcohol.
No, Genticare D is a prescription drug, hence patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.
Genticare D is a brand name of gentamicin and it is available in the form of Injection, eye drop, cream. It belongs to the class of drugs called aminoglycoside antibiotics which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It is a prescription drug that is used for the treatment of bacterial infections of eye, skin, and body.
Yes, Genticare D is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by the doctor. However, few known side effects are observed such as pain at the site of injection, joint pain, and unusual tiredness. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.
Usually, Genticare D is given for short-term treatment (7 days), your doctor may prescribe it for a longer duration as per the need based on infection severity after re-evaluating. Use it as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or use it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Yes Genticare D is used to treat typhoid fever. It is a second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistance to Salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.
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