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Eldegenta 40 Mg Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Eldegenta 40 Mg Injection have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Eldegenta 40 Mg Injection. 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.
While these are the most often observed Eldegenta 40 Mg Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Eldegenta 40 Mg Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Eldegenta 40 Mg Injection has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Eldegenta 40 Mg Injection related warnings talks about Eldegenta 40 Mg Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Eldegenta 40 Mg Injection can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Eldegenta 40 Mg Injection in conditions like Ulcerative Colitis, Gastritis, Parkinson's Disease.
Additionally, Eldegenta 40 Mg Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Eldegenta 40 Mg Injection is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Eldegenta 40 Mg Injection 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 Eldegenta 40 Mg Injection is used -
Is the use of Eldegenta 40 Mg Injection safe for pregnant women?
Eldegenta should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Eldegenta 40 Mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Eldegenta is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Eldegenta 40 Mg Injection on the Kidneys?
Eldegenta rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Eldegenta 40 Mg Injection on the Liver?
Eldegenta is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Eldegenta 40 Mg Injection on the Heart?
Eldegenta is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Eldegenta 40 Mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Eldegenta 40 Mg Injection habit forming or addictive?
Eldegenta 40 Mg Injection does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Eldegenta 40 Mg Injection. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Eldegenta 40 Mg Injection only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Eldegenta 40 Mg Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Eldegenta 40 Mg Injection
Taking Eldegenta 40 Mg Injection with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Eldegenta 40 Mg Injection
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Eldegenta 40 Mg Injection.
Yes, Eldegenta may cause hallucinations infrequently in a few cases only. If you are experiencing hallucinations after taking this drug then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor without further delay.
No, Eldegenta is a prescription drug, hence patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.
No, Eldegenta does not contains steroids. It contains gentamicin (an antibiotic) which is used to treat bacterial infection.
Yes, Eldegenta 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.
Eldegenta 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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