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Gentacip 80 Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Gentacip 80 Injection have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Gentacip 80 Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Gentacip 80 Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Gentacip 80 Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Gentacip 80 Injection's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. In addition, Gentacip 80 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Gentacip 80 Injection related warnings section.
Gentacip 80 Injection is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Ulcerative Colitis, Gastritis, Parkinson's Disease are examples of such conditions.
Besides this, Gentacip 80 Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Gentacip 80 Injection is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Gentacip 80 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.
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Is the use of Gentacip 80 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Gentacip can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Gentacip 80 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Gentacip.
What is the effect of Gentacip 80 Injection on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Gentacip on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Gentacip 80 Injection on the Liver?
Gentacip is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Gentacip 80 Injection on the Heart?
Using Gentacip does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gentacip 80 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gentacip 80 Injection habit forming or addictive?
Gentacip 80 Injection does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Gentacip 80 Injection can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Gentacip 80 Injection only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Gentacip 80 Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gentacip 80 Injection
Taking Gentacip 80 Injection with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gentacip 80 Injection
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Gentacip 80 Injection with alcohol.
Gentacip 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.
No, Gentacip 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 Gentacip 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.
Gentacip 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, Gentacip kills the bacteria and treats the infection.
Yes, Gentacip 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.
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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