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Gentacip D, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Drops. Other than this, Gentacip D has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Gentacip D. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Gentacip D also has some side effects, the most common being Skin scar, Dryness, Itching or burning. While these are the most often observed Gentacip D side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Gentacip D normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Gentacip D's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. In addition, Gentacip D's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Gentacip D related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Ulcerative Colitis, Gastritis, Parkinson's Disease must refrain from the use of Gentacip D since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Gentacip D have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Gentacip D have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Gentacip D is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Gentacip D 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
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Is the use of Gentacip D safe for pregnant women?
Gentacip D can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Gentacip D safe during breastfeeding?
Gentacip D may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Gentacip D on the Kidneys?
Gentacip D may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Gentacip D on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Gentacip D. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Gentacip D on the Heart?
Effects of Gentacip D on heart can be severe. It is not safe to use without doctor's advice.
Gentacip D 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 Gentacip D unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gentacip D habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Gentacip D has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Gentacip D
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Gentacip D with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gentacip D
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Gentacip D with alcohol.
Gentacip D contains gentamicin which is a broad spectrum antibiotic effective against many gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. It works by stopping the production of proteins that bacteria need to survive. Hence in this way, Gentacip D kills the bacteria and treats the infection.
No, Gentacip D 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.
No, Gentacip D is a prescription drug, hence patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.
Yes, Gentacip D 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.
The injectable form of this drug should be taken as per doctor guidance only. Duration of treatment depends on the type and severity of infections. Put 1 -2 drops of eye drop every 4-8 hours or as directed by the doctor and eye ointment is applied 2 - 4 times or directed by the doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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