Manufactured by: Pci Pharmaceuticals
Contains / Salt: Gentamicin
Manufactured by: Pci Pharmaceuticals
Contains / Salt: Gentamicin
10 ml Drops in 1 Packet
Prescription Required
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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 -
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Gentabiotic is used -
Is the use of Gentabiotic safe for pregnant women?
Gentabiotic has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Gentabiotic without medical advice.
SevereIs the use of Gentabiotic safe during breastfeeding?
Gentabiotic is safe for breastfeeding women.
SafeWhat is the effect of Gentabiotic on the Kidneys?
Gentabiotic rarely harms the kidneys.
MildWhat is the effect of Gentabiotic on the Liver?
Using Gentabiotic does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
SafeWhat is the effect of Gentabiotic on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Gentabiotic for the heart.
SafeGentabiotic should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Aspirin(ASA),Paracetamol,Caffeine
Aspirin(ASA)
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?
No, there is no any evidence that Gentabiotic is addictive.
NoIs it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Gentabiotic. So it is best to avoid driving.
DangerousIs it safe?
Yes, but consume Gentabiotic only on doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's adviseIs it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Gentabiotic cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
NoInteraction between Food and Gentabiotic
Taking Gentabiotic with food does not cause any problems.
SafeInteraction between Alcohol and Gentabiotic
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Gentabiotic with alcohol.
UnknownNo, Gentabiotic is a prescription drug, hence patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.
Eye drop of this drug may cause eye irritation. This occurs very rarely. If you experience excessive irritation of skin after using this drug, then consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes Gentabiotic 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.
Yes, Gentabiotic may cause hearing loss (deafness) in some cases. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing hearing loss after this drug, then you are advised to consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
The injectable form of this drug should be taken as per doctor guidance only. Duration of treatment depends on the type and severity of infections. Put 1 -2 drops of eye drop every 4-8 hours or as directed by the doctor and eye ointment is applied 2 - 4 times or directed by the doctor.