Genticyn 10 Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Genticyn 10 Injection Information

Genticyn 10 Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Secondary and off-label uses of Genticyn 10 Injection have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Genticyn 10 Injection 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The most common side effects of Genticyn 10 Injection are Eye irritation, Skin Rash, Application Site Irritation. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Genticyn 10 Injection as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Genticyn 10 Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Genticyn 10 Injection's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Safe while nursing. Further, the section on Genticyn 10 Injection related warnings talks about Genticyn 10 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Allergy, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Genticyn 10 Injection since this can cause severe adverse effects.

Additionally, Genticyn 10 Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Genticyn 10 Injection is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Genticyn Benefits & Uses
Genticyn Dosage & How to Take
Genticyn Side Effects
Genticyn Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Genticyn with Other Drugs
Genticyn Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Genticyn
Genticyn Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Genticyn 10 Injection Benefits & Uses

Genticyn 10 Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Genticyn 10 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

Genticyn 10 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Genticyn 10 Injection safe for pregnant women?

Genticyn can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Genticyn, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Genticyn 10 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Genticyn does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Genticyn 10 Injection on the Kidneys?

Genticyn does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Genticyn 10 Injection on the Liver?

Genticyn is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Genticyn 10 Injection on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Genticyn 10 Injection with Other Drugs

Genticyn 10 Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Tacrolimus

Bacitracin

Capreomycin

Furosemide

Moderate

Aspirin(ASA),Paracetamol,Caffeine

Aspirin(ASA)

Rifampicin

Aspirin(ASA)

Furosemide

Carbamazepine

Ketoconazole

Isosorbide Mononitrate

Genticyn 10 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Genticyn 10 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Myasthenia Gravis

Frequently asked Questions about Genticyn 10 Injection

Is this Genticyn 10 Injection habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Genticyn 10 Injection.

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

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Genticyn 10 Injection since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Genticyn 10 Injection is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, Genticyn 10 Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Genticyn 10 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Genticyn 10 Injection

Taking Genticyn 10 Injection with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Genticyn 10 Injection

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Genticyn 10 Injection with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Genticyn 10 Injection

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I use Genticyn without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

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

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Genticyn work?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Genticyn 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, Genticyn kills the bacteria and treats the infection.

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely use Genticyn?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Usually, Genticyn is given for short-term treatment (7 days), your doctor may prescribe it for a longer duration as per the need based on infection severity after re-evaluating. Use it as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or use it longer than prescribed by your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Genticyn cause acne?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

No, Genticyn does not cause acne. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing acne after taking this drug then it might be due to some other reason and you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Genticyn cover Pseudomonas?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

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