Otogen 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.
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Is the use of Otogen safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Otogen. If you are pregnant, do not take Otogen without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Otogen safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Otogen.
What is the effect of Otogen on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Otogen on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Otogen on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Otogen on the liver.
What is the effect of Otogen on the Heart?
Otogen is not harmful for the heart.
Otogen 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 Otogen unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Otogen habit forming or addictive?
Otogen is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Otogen as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Otogen is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Otogen for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Otogen
Taking Otogen with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Otogen
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Otogen with alcohol.
Yes, Otogen 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, Otogen does not contains steroids. It contains gentamicin (an antibiotic) which is used to treat bacterial infection.
No, Otogen 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, Otogen 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.
Otogen 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
