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Gentalene is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Cream. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Allergy, Asthma, Cancer: causes, symptoms, treatment, medicines, prevention and medicines. The alternative uses of Gentalene have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Gentalene depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Gentalene include Skin Rash. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Gentalene as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Gentalene 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 Gentalene is Severe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Gentalene has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Gentalene related warnings section.
Gentalene can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Gentalene in conditions like Liver Disease, Scleroderma, Tuberculosis (TB). Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Gentalene contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Gentalene with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Gentalene is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Gentalene is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Gentalene safe for pregnant women?
Gentalene has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Gentalene without medical advice.
Is the use of Gentalene safe during breastfeeding?
Gentalene is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Gentalene on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Gentalene on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Gentalene on the Liver?
Using Gentalene does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Gentalene on the Heart?
Gentalene is not harmful for the heart.
Gentalene 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 Gentalene unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gentalene habit forming or addictive?
Gentalene does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Gentalene
Taking Gentalene with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gentalene
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Gentalene and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
No, Gentalene is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because Gentalene suppresses the immune system which lowers the immunity that can lead to infection to the patient. Hence patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself.
Yes, long-term use of Gentalene may cause low potassium level in your body by increasing the excretion of potassium in the urine. This can result in symptoms such as muscle cramps, weakness, tiredness, and an irregular heartbeat.
Yes, Gentalene can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any unpleasant effects then consult your doctor.
Yes, long-term use of Gentalene can raise blood pressure because Gentalene can increase sodium levels in your body as well as fluid retention can lead to increased blood pressure. If your blood pressure is uncontrolled after taking this medicine then inform your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
This is because a long-term use of Gentalene can cause Vitamin B12 deficiency. Stomach acids help in the absorption of Vitamin B 12, and this drug suppresses stomach acid which is required for the absorption of vitamin B12. Hence patients taking Gentalene for a long time have Vitamin B12 deficiency. To replenish Vitamin B12 in your body your doctor prescribes this vitamin along with this medicine.
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