Gentamide Dm Information
Gentamide Dm is a prescription medicine that is available as a Drops, Ointment. Gentamide Dm also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Gentamide Dm depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Gentamide Dm include Skin scar, Dryness, Itching or burning. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Gentamide Dm as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Gentamide Dm go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Gentamide Dm's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Gentamide Dm's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Gentamide Dm can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Gentamide Dm in conditions like Ulcerative Colitis, Gastritis, Parkinson's Disease. The section on Gentamide Dm contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Gentamide Dm with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Gentamide Dm is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Gentamide Dm Benefits & Uses
Gentamide Dm is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
Gentamide Dm 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
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Gentamide Dm Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Gentamide Dm is used -
Severe
- Electrolyte imbalance
- Bone degradation
- Edema
Moderate
- Increased Glucose level in the blood
- Cataract
Mild
- Skin irritation
Common
- Skin scar
Gentamide Dm Related Warnings
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Is the use of Gentamide Dm safe for pregnant women?
Gentamide Dm has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Gentamide Dm without medical advice.
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Is the use of Gentamide Dm safe during breastfeeding?
Gentamide Dm should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
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What is the effect of Gentamide Dm on the Kidneys?
Gentamide Dm may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
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What is the effect of Gentamide Dm on the Liver?
Gentamide Dm may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
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What is the effect of Gentamide Dm on the Heart?
Effects of Gentamide Dm on heart can be severe. It is not safe to use without doctor's advice.
Severe Interaction of Gentamide Dm with Other Drugs
Gentamide Dm should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Gentamide Dm Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gentamide Dm unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Gastritis
- Parkinson's Disease
- Kidney Disease
- Dehydration
- Infections
- Allergy
- Myasthenia Gravis
- Tuberculosis (TB)
- Liver Disease
- Heart Disease
- Osteoporosis
- Depression
- Cataract
- Glaucoma
- Diabetes
- Drug Allergies
Frequently asked Questions about Gentamide Dm
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Is this Gentamide Dm habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Gentamide Dm has not been reported.
Gentamide Dm Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Gentamide Dm
There is no information on the effects of taking Gentamide Dm with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
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Interaction between Alcohol and Gentamide Dm
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Gentamide Dm.
Frequently asked Questions about Gentamide Dm
Question almost 7 years ago
Does Gentamide Dm cause hearing loss?
Dr. Ashish Mishra MBBS , Pathology
Yes, Gentamide Dm 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.
Question over 6 years ago
Does Gentamide Dm cover Pseudomonas?
Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections
Yes, Gentamide Dm covers some strains of Pseudomonas aeruginosa but antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its susceptibility against pseudomonas before using this drug.
Question over 6 years ago
Does Gentamide Dm contain steroids?
Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology
No, Gentamide Dm does not contains steroids. It contains gentamicin (an antibiotic) which is used to treat bacterial infection.
Question over 6 years ago
Does Gentamide Dm cause nephrotoxicity?
Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology
Yes, Gentamide Dm 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 6 years ago
Does Gentamide Dm cause headache?
Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Gentamide Dm may cause a headache. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of a headache is unknown. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balm and complete rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.
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