Gentrax 250 Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Gentrax 250 Injection Information

Gentrax 250 Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Gentrax 250 Injection have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Gentrax 250 Injection. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Gentrax 250 Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Gentrax 250 Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Gentrax 250 Injection is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Gentrax 250 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Gentrax 250 Injection is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Jaundice, Drug Allergy are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Gentrax 250 Injection contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Gentrax 250 Injection with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Gentrax 250 Injection is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Gentrax Benefits & Uses
Gentrax Dosage & How to Take
Gentrax Side Effects
Gentrax Related Warnings
Gentrax Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Gentrax
Gentrax Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Gentrax 250 Injection Benefits & Uses

Gentrax 250 Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Gonorrhea
Meningitis
Ear Infection
Blood Infection
Lyme disease

Other Benefits

Gentrax 250 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
Adult	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Meningitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Gentrax 250 Injection Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Gentrax 250 Injection is used -

Severe

Diarrhoea
पेट दर्द
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Sore throat
Steven-johnsons syndrome
Erythema

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Rash
Headache
Urticaria
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Chills
पेट की गैस
Flushing

Gentrax 250 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Gentrax 250 Injection safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Gentrax in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Gentrax 250 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Gentrax as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Gentrax 250 Injection on the Kidneys?

Gentrax may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Gentrax 250 Injection on the Liver?

Gentrax may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Gentrax 250 Injection on the Heart?

Gentrax is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Gentrax 250 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gentrax 250 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Jaundice
Sexually transmitted diseases
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Drug Allergy
Syphilis

Frequently asked Questions about Gentrax 250 Injection

Is this Gentrax 250 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Gentrax 250 Injection does not cause addiction.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Gentrax 250 Injection can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Gentrax 250 Injection is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

There is no benefit of taking Gentrax 250 Injection for mental disorders.

No

Gentrax 250 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Gentrax 250 Injection

Taking Gentrax 250 Injection with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Gentrax 250 Injection

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Gentrax 250 Injection and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Gentrax 250 Injection

Question over 5 years ago

Does Gentrax cause neurotoxicity?

Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

Rarely Gentrax can cause neurotoxicity. It is a reversible side effect of this drug, the symptoms caused due to drug-induced neurotoxicity often disappear after this drug is stopped. However, if you experience convulsions, agitation, weakness and severe nausea do not hesitate to inform your doctor without any further delay.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Gentrax cause hemolytic anemia?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Occasionally Gentrax can cause a drug to induce hemolytic anemia (abnormal Red blood cell breakdown). However, if your blood reports are showing abnormal hemolytic anemia after taking this drug please discuss with your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I buy Gentrax over-the-counter?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

No, you can not buy Gentrax over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety, please remember taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Gentrax?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Gentrax is a brand name for ceftriaxone. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, gonorrhea, respiratory, ear, throat, and urinary tract infection.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I use Gentrax to treat pneumonia?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, you can use Gentrax to treat pneumonia. It effectively relieves pneumonia, especially in children. Treatment can vary from patient to patient, so you must consult your doctor before consuming this medicine for pneumonia.