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Gentamycin (Nicholas) Information

Gentamycin (Nicholas) is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Gentamycin (Nicholas) have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Gentamycin (Nicholas) depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Gentamycin (Nicholas) can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Gentamycin (Nicholas) are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Gentamycin (Nicholas)'s effect is Severe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. In addition, Gentamycin (Nicholas)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Gentamycin (Nicholas) related warnings section.

Gentamycin (Nicholas) is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Ulcerative Colitis, Gastritis, Parkinson's Disease as it can result in adverse effects.

Besides this, Gentamycin (Nicholas) may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Gentamycin (Nicholas) is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Gentamycin (Nicholas) Benefits & Uses
Gentamycin (Nicholas) Dosage & How to Take
Gentamycin (Nicholas) Side Effects
Gentamycin (Nicholas) Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Gentamycin (Nicholas) with Other Drugs
Gentamycin (Nicholas) Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Gentamycin (Nicholas)
Gentamycin (Nicholas) Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Gentamycin (Nicholas) Benefits & Uses

Gentamycin (Nicholas) is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Pneumonia

Other Benefits

Gentamycin (Nicholas) 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: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Gentamycin (Nicholas) Related Warnings

Is the use of Gentamycin (Nicholas) safe for pregnant women?

Gentamycin has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Gentamycin without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Gentamycin (Nicholas) safe during breastfeeding?

Gentamycin is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Gentamycin (Nicholas) on the Kidneys?

Gentamycin rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Gentamycin (Nicholas) on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Gentamycin on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Gentamycin (Nicholas) on the Heart?

Gentamycin is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Gentamycin (Nicholas) with Other Drugs

Gentamycin (Nicholas) should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Tacrolimus

Bacitracin

Capreomycin

Furosemide

Moderate

Aspirin(ASA),Paracetamol,Caffeine

Aspirin(ASA)

Gentamycin (Nicholas) Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Parkinson's Disease
Kidney Disease
Dehydration

Frequently asked Questions about Gentamycin (Nicholas)

Is this Gentamycin (Nicholas) habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Gentamycin (Nicholas) has not been reported.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Gentamycin (Nicholas). So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Gentamycin (Nicholas) should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Gentamycin (Nicholas) for mental disorders.

No

Gentamycin (Nicholas) Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Gentamycin (Nicholas)

Taking Gentamycin (Nicholas) with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Gentamycin (Nicholas)

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Gentamycin (Nicholas) with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Gentamycin (Nicholas)

Question about 5 years ago

How does Gentamycin work?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Gentamycin contains gentamicin which is a broad spectrum antibiotic effective against many gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. It works by stopping the production of proteins that bacteria need to survive. Hence in this way, Gentamycin kills the bacteria and treats the infection.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I use Gentamycin without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

No, Gentamycin is a prescription drug, hence patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Gentamycin cause hallucination?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Gentamycin may cause hallucinations infrequently in a few cases only. If you are experiencing hallucinations after taking this drug then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor without further delay.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Gentamycin cause nephrotoxicity?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Gentamycin can cause nephrotoxicity. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, if you experience severe nephrotoxicity after using this drug then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Gentamycin cover Pseudomonas?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease

Yes, Gentamycin covers some strains of Pseudomonas aeruginosa but antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its susceptibility against pseudomonas before using this drug.