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Gentop is a prescription drug, available for use as Lotion. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Pneumonia. The alternative uses of Gentop have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Gentop depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Gentop can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Gentop 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.
In addition, Gentop's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. In addition, Gentop's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Gentop related warnings section.
Gentop is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Ulcerative Colitis, Gastritis, Parkinson's Disease as it can result in adverse effects.
Drug interactions for Gentop have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Gentop is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Gentop is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Gentop is used -
Is the use of Gentop safe for pregnant women?
Gentop 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 Gentop safe during breastfeeding?
Gentop does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Gentop on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Gentop on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Gentop on the Liver?
Gentop does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Gentop on the Heart?
You can take Gentop without any fear of damage to the heart.
Gentop 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 Gentop unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gentop habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Gentop has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Gentop as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Gentop should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Gentop cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Gentop
Taking Gentop with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gentop
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Gentop and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes Gentop 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, Gentop 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.
No, Gentop does not cause acne. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing acne after taking this drug then it might be due to some other reason and you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
Yes, Gentop 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.
Yes, Gentop is used for pink eye (conjunctivitis). It effectively treats the symptoms of pink eye. Since it is a prescription drug you should use it only on your doctor's advice.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Gentamicin
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 747-748