Gentapen: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Gentapen Information

Gentapen is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Pneumonia. Gentapen also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Gentapen depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Gentapen can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Gentapen are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Gentapen is Severe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Gentapen related warnings talks about Gentapen's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Gentapen is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Ulcerative Colitis, Gastritis, Parkinson's Disease are examples of such conditions.

Besides this, Gentapen 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 Gentapen is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Gentapen Benefits & Uses
Gentapen Dosage & How to Take
Gentapen Side Effects
Gentapen Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Gentapen with Other Drugs
Gentapen Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Gentapen
Gentapen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Gentapen Benefits & Uses

Gentapen is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Pneumonia

Other Benefits

Gentapen 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	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Gentapen Related Warnings

Is the use of Gentapen safe for pregnant women?

Gentapen shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Gentapen safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Gentapen.

Safe
What is the effect of Gentapen on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Gentapen on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Gentapen on the Liver?

Using Gentapen does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Gentapen on the Heart?

Gentapen is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Gentapen with Other Drugs

Gentapen should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Tacrolimus

Bacitracin

Capreomycin

Furosemide

Moderate

Aspirin(ASA),Paracetamol,Caffeine

Aspirin(ASA)

Gentapen Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gentapen unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Parkinson's Disease
Kidney Disease
Dehydration

Frequently asked Questions about Gentapen

Is this Gentapen habit forming or addictive?

Gentapen does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Gentapen you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Gentapen should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Gentapen cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Gentapen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Gentapen

You can take Gentapen with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Gentapen

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Gentapen.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Gentapen

Question over 4 years ago

Does Gentapen cause eye irritation?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Eye drop of this drug may cause eye irritation. This occurs very rarely. If you experience excessive irritation of skin after using this drug, then consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I use Gentapen without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

No, Gentapen is a prescription drug, hence patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Gentapen treat pink eye?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Yes, Gentapen is used for pink eye (conjunctivitis). It effectively treats the symptoms of pink eye. Since it is a prescription drug you should use it only on your doctor's advice.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Gentapen cause nephrotoxicity?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Gentapen 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Gentapen cause hearing loss?

Dr. Ashish Mishra MBBS , Pathology

Yes, Gentapen 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.