Gentrax

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Gentrax Information

Gentrax is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Gentrax have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Gentrax. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Gentrax as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Gentrax are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Gentrax is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Gentrax's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Gentrax is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Gentrax contraindications section.

Besides this, Gentrax may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Gentrax is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.



Gentrax Benefits & Uses

Gentrax is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Gentrax Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Skin Infections
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2 g
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Skin Infections
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2 g
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)
  • Disease: Meningitis
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)
  • Disease: Skin Infections
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Skin Infections
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2 g
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Skin Infections
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor


Gentrax Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Gentrax is used -

Severe

Mild

  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Rash
  • Headache
  • Urticaria
  • Dizziness
  • Chills
  • पेट की गैस
  • Flushing

Gentrax Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Gentrax safe for pregnant women?


    Gentrax is safe to take during pregnancy.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Gentrax safe during breastfeeding?


    Side effects of Gentrax for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Gentrax on the Kidneys?


    Gentrax rarely affects the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Gentrax on the Liver?


    Side effects of Gentrax rarely affect the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Gentrax on the Heart?


    Using Gentrax does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Gentrax with Other Drugs

Gentrax should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Gentrax Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gentrax unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Gentrax

  • Is this Gentrax habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Gentrax.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Gentrax as you may feel sleepy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Gentrax only as per medical advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Gentrax cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Gentrax Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Gentrax


    Taking Gentrax with food does not cause any problems.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Gentrax


    It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Gentrax and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Gentrax

Question over 4 years ago

Can I buy Gentrax over-the-counter?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

No, you can not buy Gentrax over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety, please remember taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Gentrax cause hemolytic anemia?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Occasionally Gentrax can cause a drug to induce hemolytic anemia (abnormal Red blood cell breakdown). However, if your blood reports are showing abnormal hemolytic anemia after taking this drug please discuss with your doctor.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Gentrax help in preventing cold?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Gentrax does not help in preventing cold, because a common cold is a viral infection. However, the drug can help in bringing relief from symptoms of cold, if it is associated with a bacterial infection. To treat cold take ample rest, maintain proper hygiene, gargle with saline water and seek medical advice if common cold symptoms persist for more than 7-8 days.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Gentrax cause diarrhea?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Gentrax can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of gut. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine. Try keeping yourself hydrated, drink plenty of fluids and take ample rest. 

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Gentrax with doxycycline?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

Gentrax and doxycycline can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ceftriaxone

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 727-728

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-311

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