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Genticyn B is a prescription drug, available for use as Drops. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Allergy, Asthma, Cancer: causes, symptoms, treatment, medicines, prevention and medicines. The alternative uses of Genticyn B have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Genticyn B depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Genticyn B include Skin Rash. While these are the most often observed Genticyn B side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Genticyn B go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Genticyn B is Severe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Genticyn B related warnings talks about Genticyn B's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Genticyn B is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Scleroderma, Tuberculosis (TB) as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Genticyn B are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Genticyn B may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Genticyn B, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
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 Genticyn B is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Genticyn B safe for pregnant women?
Genticyn B should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Genticyn B safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Genticyn B.
What is the effect of Genticyn B on the Kidneys?
Genticyn B has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Genticyn B on the Liver?
Genticyn B is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Genticyn B on the Heart?
You can take Genticyn B without any fear of damage to the heart.
Genticyn B 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 Genticyn B unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Genticyn B habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Genticyn B has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Genticyn B
Taking Genticyn B with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Genticyn B
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Genticyn B with alcohol will be.
Yes, Genticyn B 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.
Yes, Genticyn B 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.
This is because a long-term use of Genticyn B 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 Genticyn B for a long time have Vitamin B12 deficiency. To replenish Vitamin B12 in your body your doctor prescribes this vitamin along with this medicine.
Yes, Genticyn B can raise blood sugar in diabetic patients. It raises the blood sugar level by increasing the glucose production in the body and decreasing the effect of insulin which is produced by the pancreas. However, it is best to consult your doctor if you have diabetes while taking Genticyn B.
Yes, Genticyn B can be taken with an antibiotic. Taking Genticyn B with a certain antibiotic (Clarithromycin) can treat H.Pylori associated stomach infection. However, it is best to consult your doctor before taking these two medicines together.
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