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Gentod, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Drops. It is typically used for the treatment of Pneumonia. Gentod also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Gentod depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Gentod side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Gentod normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Gentod's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Safe while nursing. Warnings related to Gentod's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Gentod is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Ulcerative Colitis, Gastritis, Parkinson's Disease as it can result in adverse effects.
Besides this, Gentod may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Gentod, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Gentod 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Gentod safe for pregnant women?
Gentod can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Gentod safe during breastfeeding?
Gentod does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Gentod on the Kidneys?
Gentod rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Gentod on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Gentod on the liver.
What is the effect of Gentod on the Heart?
Gentod is not harmful for the heart.
Gentod 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 Gentod unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gentod habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Gentod.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Gentod you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Gentod only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Gentod is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gentod
It is safe to take Gentod with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gentod
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Gentod and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes Gentod 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.
No, Gentod is a prescription drug, hence patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.
Gentod 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.
Yes, Gentod 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.
Gentod 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, Gentod kills the bacteria and treats the infection.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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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