Gentalene

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Gentalene Information

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.

Gentalene 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

Gentalene Side Effects

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

Severe

  • Electrolyte imbalance
  • Bone degradation
  • Increased risk of infection
  • Skin Thinning

Moderate

  • Increased blood pressure
  • Altered bone growth
  • Skin scar
  • Cataract

Mild

  • Dry Skin
  • Flushing

Common

Gentalene Related Warnings

  • 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.


Severe Interaction of Gentalene with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate


Gentalene Contraindications

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


Frequently asked Questions about Gentalene

  • Is this Gentalene habit forming or addictive?


    Gentalene does not cause addiction.

Gentalene Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • 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.


Frequently asked Questions about Gentalene

Question about 7 years ago

How does Gentalene work?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Gentalene works by suppressing the body's normal immune response to inflammation which is responsible for symptoms such as swelling, redness, and itching. This results in decreased inflammation and provides relief from the symptoms associated with it.

Question about 7 years ago

What is Gentalene?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Gentalene is a brand name of betamethasone. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medicine called steroids (corticosteroid). It comes in form of tablet, solution, injection and topical cream. It has potent anti-inflammatory properties. Gentalene is used in the treatment of inflammatory joint diseases, multiple sclerosis, inflammation, allergic conditions, and adrenal insufficiency. It is also used to diagnose Cushing's syndrome.

Question about 7 years ago

Does Gentalene cause stomach upset?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Yes, Gentalene can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug but the exact reason of stomach cramp is not known. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.

Question about 7 years ago

Can I discontinue Gentalene on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

No, Gentalene Should not be stopped or discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine. Suddenly stopping Gentalene can cause withdrawal symptoms such as fever, joint pain, and feeling of discomfort. To avoid the withdrawal symptoms, the dosage of this drug should be reduced gradually. Please consult your doctor if you are experiencing any withdrawal symptoms after stopping/discounting it on your own.

Question about 6 years ago

Is Gentalene good for gastritis?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine

Yes, Gentalene is used in the treatment of gastritis. It is presumed that Gentalene works in gastritis by suppressing the immune response which causes inflammation and additionally relieving the symptoms of gastritis such as stomach pain, stomach inflammation, and acid reflux.


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

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