Nirgent 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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| Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Nirgent is used -
Is the use of Nirgent safe for pregnant women?
Nirgent has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Nirgent without medical advice.
Is the use of Nirgent safe during breastfeeding?
Nirgent does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Nirgent on the Kidneys?
Nirgent has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Nirgent on the Liver?
Nirgent is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Nirgent on the Heart?
Using Nirgent does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Nirgent 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 Nirgent unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Nirgent habit forming or addictive?
Nirgent does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Nirgent as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Nirgent only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Nirgent is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Nirgent
It is safe to take Nirgent with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Nirgent
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Nirgent and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
No, Nirgent is a prescription drug, hence patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.
Yes, Nirgent may cause hearing loss (deafness) in some cases. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing hearing loss after this drug, then you are advised to consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Nirgent 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.
No, Nirgent should not be discontinued without doctors advice to ensure complete eradication of the organism that causes the infection. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Nirgent is a brand name of gentamicin and it is available in the form of Injection, eye drop, cream. It belongs to the class of drugs called aminoglycoside antibiotics which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It is a prescription drug that is used for the treatment of bacterial infections of eye, skin, and body.
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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