Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin is used to treat the following -
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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin is used -
Common
Unknown
Is the use of Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin safe for pregnant women?
Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin.
What is the effect of Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin on the Kidneys?
Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin on the liver.
What is the effect of Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin on the Heart?
Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin is completely safe for the heart.
Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin 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 Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin habit forming or addictive?
Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin
Taking Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin with alcohol.
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