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Gentabiotic is a prescription medicine that is available as a Drops, Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Pneumonia. Gentabiotic also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Gentabiotic depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Gentabiotic as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Gentabiotic are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Gentabiotic is Severe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Gentabiotic related warnings talks about Gentabiotic's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Gentabiotic is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Ulcerative Colitis, Gastritis, Parkinson's Disease as it can result in adverse effects.
Drug reaction of Gentabiotic with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Gentabiotic is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Gentabiotic is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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
| Age Group | Dosage |
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Gentabiotic is used -
Is the use of Gentabiotic safe for pregnant women?
Gentabiotic shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Gentabiotic safe during breastfeeding?
Gentabiotic is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Gentabiotic on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Gentabiotic on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Gentabiotic on the Liver?
Using Gentabiotic does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Gentabiotic on the Heart?
Using Gentabiotic does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Gentabiotic 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 Gentabiotic unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gentabiotic habit forming or addictive?
Gentabiotic does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Gentabiotic can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Gentabiotic should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Gentabiotic is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gentabiotic
Taking Gentabiotic with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gentabiotic
Information about the interaction of Gentabiotic and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Gentamicin
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 747-748
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Gentamicin
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 747-748
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Gentamicin
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 747-748
