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Gentopic is a prescription drug, available for use as Cream. Allergy, Asthma, Cancer: causes, symptoms, treatment, medicines, prevention and medicines are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Gentopic has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Gentopic is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Gentopic include Skin Rash. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Gentopic as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Gentopic are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Gentopic is Severe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Gentopic has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Gentopic related warnings section.
Gentopic is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Scleroderma, Tuberculosis (TB) as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Gentopic contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Gentopic have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Gentopic is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Gentopic 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 Gentopic safe for pregnant women?
Gentopic shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Gentopic safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Gentopic.
What is the effect of Gentopic on the Kidneys?
Gentopic has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Gentopic on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Gentopic on the liver.
What is the effect of Gentopic on the Heart?
Using Gentopic does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Gentopic 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 Gentopic unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gentopic habit forming or addictive?
Gentopic does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Gentopic
Taking Gentopic with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gentopic
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Gentopic with alcohol will be.
Yes, Gentopic is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed at therapeutic doses such as fluid retention (swelling in your hands or ankles), increased appetite, increased sweating, and stomach upset. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
Yes, Gentopic can be taken with an antibiotic. Taking Gentopic with a certain antibiotic (Clarithromycin) can treat H.Pylori associated stomach infection. However, it is best to consult your doctor before taking these two medicines together.
Gentopic works by suppressing the body's normal immune response to inflammation which is responsible for symptoms such as swelling, redness, and itching. This results in decreased inflammation and provides relief from the symptoms associated with it.
No, Gentopic Should not be stopped or discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine. Suddenly stopping Gentopic can cause withdrawal symptoms such as fever, joint pain, and feeling of discomfort. To avoid the withdrawal symptoms, the dosage of this drug should be reduced gradually. Please consult your doctor if you are experiencing any withdrawal symptoms after stopping/discounting it on your own.
Gentopic if taken in tablet form might cause hiccups, but it has been mainly associated with patients who received chemotherapy.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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