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Biogaracin is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection, Ampules. Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Biogaracin also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Biogaracin depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.
Some other side effects of Biogaracin have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Biogaracin normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Biogaracin's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. In addition, Biogaracin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Biogaracin related warnings section.
Biogaracin is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Ulcerative Colitis, Gastritis, Parkinson's Disease as it can result in adverse effects.
Drug interactions for Biogaracin have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Biogaracin is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Biogaracin 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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Is the use of Biogaracin safe for pregnant women?
Biogaracin can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Biogaracin safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Biogaracin.
What is the effect of Biogaracin on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Biogaracin on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Biogaracin on the Liver?
Using Biogaracin does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Biogaracin on the Heart?
Biogaracin is completely safe for the heart.
Biogaracin 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 Biogaracin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Biogaracin habit forming or addictive?
Biogaracin does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Biogaracin can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Biogaracin should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Biogaracin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Biogaracin
You can take Biogaracin with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Biogaracin
Information about the interaction of Biogaracin and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
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.
No, Biogaracin does not contains steroids. It contains gentamicin (an antibiotic) which is used to treat bacterial infection.
Yes, Biogaracin covers some strains of Pseudomonas aeruginosa but antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its susceptibility against pseudomonas before using this drug.
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.
No, Biogaracin 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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