Gentosa B

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Gentosa B Information

Gentosa B is a prescription medicine that is available as a Drops. Allergy, Asthma, Cancer: causes, symptoms, treatment, medicines, prevention and medicines are some of its major therapeutic uses. Gentosa B also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Gentosa B. 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.

Gentosa B also has some side effects, the most common being Skin Rash. While these are the most often observed Gentosa B side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Gentosa B normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Gentosa B has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Gentosa B's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Gentosa B is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Scleroderma, Tuberculosis (TB) are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Gentosa B are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Gentosa B with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Gentosa B is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.



Gentosa B Benefits & Uses

Gentosa B is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Gentosa B 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

Gentosa B Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Gentosa B safe for pregnant women?


    Gentosa B has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Gentosa B without medical advice.

  • Is the use of Gentosa B safe during breastfeeding?


    Gentosa B is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

  • What is the effect of Gentosa B on the Kidneys?


    Gentosa B may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

  • What is the effect of Gentosa B on the Liver?


    There are no any side effects of Gentosa B on the liver.

  • What is the effect of Gentosa B on the Heart?


    You can take Gentosa B without any fear of damage to the heart.



Severe Interaction of Gentosa B with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Gentosa B Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Gentosa B

  • Is this Gentosa B habit forming or addictive?


    Gentosa B is not addictive in nature.

Gentosa B Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Gentosa B


    Taking Gentosa B with food does not harm your health.

  • Interaction between Alcohol and Gentosa B


    Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Gentosa B.



Frequently asked Questions about Gentosa B

Question almost 5 years ago

Why Gentosa B is given along with vitamin B 12?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

This is because a long-term use of Gentosa 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 Gentosa 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.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Gentosa B?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Gentosa B 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. Gentosa B 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 almost 5 years ago

Is Gentosa B a pain-killer?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Gentosa B is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called steroids, which helps in relieving the symptoms of allergies and inflammation.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Gentosa B without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

No, Gentosa B 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 Gentosa B 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.

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Gentosa B?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Take Gentosa B as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 362-370

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 289

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Celestone® (betamethasone)

Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Cortival (betamethasone valerate)

Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Diprosone® Ov (betamethasone dipropionate)

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

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