Genta Swift 20 Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Genta Swift 20 Injection Information

Genta Swift 20 Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Pneumonia. Genta Swift 20 Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Genta Swift 20 Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Genta Swift 20 Injection as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Genta Swift 20 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.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Genta Swift 20 Injection is Severe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Genta Swift 20 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Ulcerative Colitis, Gastritis, Parkinson's Disease must refrain from the use of Genta Swift 20 Injection since this can cause severe adverse effects.

Additionally, Genta Swift 20 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 Genta Swift 20 Injection is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Genta Swift Benefits & Uses
Genta Swift Dosage & How to Take
Genta Swift Side Effects
Genta Swift Related Warnings
Genta Swift Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Genta Swift
Genta Swift Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Genta Swift 20 Injection Benefits & Uses

Genta Swift 20 Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Pneumonia

Other Benefits

Genta Swift 20 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

Genta Swift 20 Injection Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Genta Swift 20 Injection is used -

Genta Swift 20 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Genta Swift 20 Injection safe for pregnant women?

Genta Swift 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 Genta Swift 20 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Genta Swift does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Genta Swift 20 Injection on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Genta Swift on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Genta Swift 20 Injection on the Liver?

Using Genta Swift does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Genta Swift 20 Injection on the Heart?

You can take Genta Swift without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Genta Swift 20 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Genta Swift 20 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Parkinson's Disease
Kidney Disease
Dehydration

Frequently asked Questions about Genta Swift 20 Injection

Is this Genta Swift 20 Injection habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Genta Swift 20 Injection is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Genta Swift 20 Injection as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Genta Swift 20 Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Genta Swift 20 Injection for mental disorders.

No

Genta Swift 20 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Genta Swift 20 Injection

Taking Genta Swift 20 Injection with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Genta Swift 20 Injection

Information about the interaction of Genta Swift 20 Injection and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Genta Swift 20 Injection

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I use Genta Swift without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Ajay Kumar. MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

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

Question over 5 years ago

Does Genta Swift cover Pseudomonas?

Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

Yes, Genta Swift covers some strains of Pseudomonas aeruginosa but antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its susceptibility against pseudomonas before using this drug.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Genta Swift on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Genta Swift 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Genta Swift treat typhoid fever?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes Genta Swift 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Genta Swift cause headache?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Genta Swift may cause a headache. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of a headache is unknown. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balm and complete rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.