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Gencin B is a prescription drug, available for use as Drops. It is typically used for the treatment of Allergy, Asthma, Cancer: causes, symptoms, treatment, medicines, prevention and medicines. Secondary and off-label uses of Gencin B have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Gencin B 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Gencin B include Skin Rash. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Gencin B as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Gencin B are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Gencin B's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Safe while nursing. In addition, Gencin B's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Gencin B related warnings section.
Gencin B is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Scleroderma, Tuberculosis (TB) are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Gencin B are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Gencin B may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Gencin B is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Gencin B 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
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Is the use of Gencin B safe for pregnant women?
Gencin B shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Gencin B safe during breastfeeding?
Gencin B does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Gencin B on the Kidneys?
Gencin B has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Gencin B on the Liver?
Gencin B is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Gencin B on the Heart?
Using Gencin B does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Gencin B 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 Gencin B unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gencin B habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Gencin B has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Gencin B
It is safe to take Gencin B with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gencin B
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Gencin B.
Yes, long-term use of Gencin B may cause low potassium level in your body by increasing the excretion of potassium in the urine. This can result in symptoms such as muscle cramps, weakness, tiredness, and an irregular heartbeat.
Gencin B if taken in tablet form might cause hiccups, but it has been mainly associated with patients who received chemotherapy.
Gencin B comes as a tablet and solution and it should be taken by mouth once daily or as advised by your doctor. Precautions must be taken in patients with hypertension (BP), ulcerative colitis, osteoporosis, glaucoma, diabetes, and peptic ulcer. Your doctor may tell you to follow low-salt, potassium-rich, or high-protein diet if you are taking Gencin B. A topical form of this drug (Cream, Ointment) should be applied gently on affected area 1 - 2 times daily as directed by the doctor.
Yes, Gencin B is used in the treatment of gastritis. It is presumed that Gencin B works in gastritis by suppressing the immune response which causes inflammation and additionally relieving the symptoms of gastritis such as stomach pain, stomach inflammation, and acid reflux.
Yes, Gencin B is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed at therapeutic doses such as fluid retention (swelling in your hands or ankles), increased appetite, increased sweating, and stomach upset. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
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