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Gem RTU 1.4gm Injection

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36.84ml Injection in 1 Vial
₹ 14000
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Gem RTU 1.4gm Injection

36.84ml Injection in 1 Vial
₹ 14000
36.84ml INJECTION | 1 Vial
₹ 14000
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  1. Gem Benefits & Uses
  2. Gem Dosage & How to Take
  3. Gem Side Effects
  4. Gem Related Warnings
  5. Gem Contraindications
  6. Frequently asked Questions about Gem
  7. Gem Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Gem RTU 1.4gm Injection Benefits & Uses

Gem RTU 1.4gm Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Gem RTU 1.4gm Injection 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

Gem RTU 1.4gm Injection Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Gem RTU 1.4gm Injection safe for pregnant women?


    Gem can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

    Severe

  • Is the use of Gem RTU 1.4gm Injection safe during breastfeeding?


    Gem is safe for breastfeeding women.

    Safe

  • What is the effect of Gem RTU 1.4gm Injection on the Kidneys?


    Gem rarely harms the kidneys.

    Mild

  • What is the effect of Gem RTU 1.4gm Injection on the Liver?


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

    Safe

  • What is the effect of Gem RTU 1.4gm Injection on the Heart?


    Using Gem does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

    Safe

Gem RTU 1.4gm Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gem RTU 1.4gm Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Frequently asked Questions about Gem RTU 1.4gm Injection

  • Is this Gem RTU 1.4gm Injection habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Gem RTU 1.4gm Injection is addictive.

    No

  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    After taking Gem RTU 1.4gm Injection , you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Gem RTU 1.4gm Injection can make you drowsy.

    Dangerous

  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Gem RTU 1.4gm Injection only on doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise

  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    Gem RTU 1.4gm Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Gem RTU 1.4gm Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Gem RTU 1.4gm Injection


    You can take Gem RTU 1.4gm Injection with food.

    Safe

  • Interaction between Alcohol and Gem RTU 1.4gm Injection


    Information about the interaction of Gem RTU 1.4gm Injection and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

    Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Gem RTU 1.4gm Injection

Question about 5 years ago

Does Gem cause nephrotoxicity?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Gem 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 over 5 years ago

What is Gem?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Gem 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Gem contain steroids?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

No, Gem does not contains steroids. It contains gentamicin (an antibiotic) which is used to treat bacterial infection.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I use Gem without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

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

Question over 5 years ago

How does Gem work?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Gem 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, Gem kills the bacteria and treats the infection.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

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

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Gemzar® (Gemcitabine HCl)

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 612-614

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