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Gencodex is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Gencodex depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Gencodex is used to treat the following -
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.
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Is the use of Gencodex safe for pregnant women?
Gencodex has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Gencodex without medical advice.
Is the use of Gencodex safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Gencodex. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Gencodex on the Kidneys?
Gencodex may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Gencodex on the Liver?
Gencodex may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Gencodex on the Heart?
Gencodex may have severe effects on your heart, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.
Gencodex 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 Gencodex unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gencodex habit forming or addictive?
Gencodex is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Gencodex
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Gencodex, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gencodex
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Gencodex with alcohol.
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, Gencodex 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.
Yes, Gencodex 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.
Yes, Gencodex is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by the doctor. However, few known side effects are observed such as pain at the site of injection, joint pain, and unusual tiredness. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.
Yes Gencodex is used to treat typhoid fever. It is a second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistance to Salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.
This medicine data has been created by -
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