Gentrax Information
Gentrax is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Gentrax have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Gentrax. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Gentrax as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Gentrax are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Gentrax is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Gentrax's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Gentrax is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Gentrax contraindications section.
Besides this, Gentrax may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Gentrax is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Gentrax Benefits & Uses
Gentrax is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
Gentrax 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 |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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| Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Gentrax Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Gentrax is used -
Severe
- Diarrhoea
- पेट दर्द
- Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
- Sore throat
- Steven-johnsons syndrome
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- Rash
- Headache
- Urticaria
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- Chills
- पेट की गैस
- Flushing
Gentrax Related Warnings
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Is the use of Gentrax safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Gentrax in pregnant women.
Safe -
Is the use of Gentrax safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Gentrax as it bears very minor side effects for them.
Mild -
What is the effect of Gentrax on the Kidneys?
Gentrax may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Gentrax on the Liver?
Gentrax may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Gentrax on the Heart?
Gentrax is not harmful for the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Gentrax with Other Drugs
Gentrax should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Gentrax Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gentrax unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Gastritis
- Jaundice
- Sexually transmitted diseases
- Kidney Disease
- Liver Disease
- Drug Allergy
- Syphilis
Frequently asked Questions about Gentrax
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Is this Gentrax habit forming or addictive?
Gentrax does not cause addiction.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Gentrax can make you feel drowsy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Gentrax is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Gentrax for mental disorders.
No
Gentrax Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Gentrax
Taking Gentrax with food does not harm your health.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Gentrax
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Gentrax and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Unknown
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This medicine data has been created by -
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ceftriaxone
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 727-728
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-311
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ceftriaxone
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 727-728
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-311
