Gentravit Information

Gentravit is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Insomnia.

The correct dosage of Gentravit 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Gentravit have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Gentravit are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Gentravit has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Gentravit related warnings talks about Gentravit's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Gentravit is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Liver Disease, Lung Disease are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Gentravit have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Gentravit with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Gentravit is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Gentravit Benefits & Uses

Gentravit is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Insomnia

Gentravit 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
Adult	Disease: Insomnia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: Insomnia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Insomnia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice

Gentravit Related Warnings

Is the use of Gentravit safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Gentravit. It is best to stop taking Gentravit immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Gentravit safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Gentravit. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Gentravit on the Kidneys?

Gentravit rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Gentravit on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Gentravit on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Gentravit on the Heart?

Using Gentravit does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Gentravit with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Gentravit Contraindications

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

Myasthenia Gravis
Liver Disease
Allergy
Lung Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Gentravit

Is this Gentravit habit forming or addictive?

Yes, Gentravit can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Gentravit, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Gentravit can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Gentravit should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Gentravit has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.

Yes

Gentravit Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Gentravit

Taking Gentravit with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Gentravit

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Gentravit as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 405

Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Mogadon (nitrazepam)