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Gentamide Dm is a prescription medicine that is available as a Drops, Ointment. Gentamide Dm also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Gentamide Dm depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Gentamide Dm include Skin scar, Dryness, Itching or burning. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Gentamide Dm as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Gentamide Dm go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Gentamide Dm's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Gentamide Dm's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Gentamide Dm can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Gentamide Dm in conditions like Ulcerative Colitis, Gastritis, Parkinson's Disease. The section on Gentamide Dm contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Gentamide Dm with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Gentamide Dm is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Gentamide Dm 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Gentamide Dm is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Gentamide Dm safe for pregnant women?
Gentamide Dm has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Gentamide Dm without medical advice.
Is the use of Gentamide Dm safe during breastfeeding?
Gentamide Dm should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Gentamide Dm on the Kidneys?
Gentamide Dm 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 Gentamide Dm on the Liver?
Gentamide Dm 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 Gentamide Dm on the Heart?
Effects of Gentamide Dm on heart can be severe. It is not safe to use without doctor's advice.
Gentamide Dm 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 Gentamide Dm unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gentamide Dm habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Gentamide Dm has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Gentamide Dm
There is no information on the effects of taking Gentamide Dm with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gentamide Dm
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Gentamide Dm.
Yes, Gentamide Dm 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, Gentamide Dm may cause hallucinations infrequently in a few cases only. If you are experiencing hallucinations after taking this drug then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor without further delay.
Yes Gentamide Dm 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.
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.
Yes, Gentamide Dm 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience