Gentrax 500 Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Gentrax 500 Injection Information

Gentrax 500 Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Gentrax 500 Injection have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Gentrax 500 Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.

Some other side effects of Gentrax 500 Injection have been listed ahead. These side effects of Gentrax 500 Injection 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.

Gentrax 500 Injection's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. It is important to know if Gentrax 500 Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Gentrax 500 Injection related warnings section.

Gentrax 500 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 500 Injection contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Gentrax 500 Injection have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that Gentrax 500 Injection is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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 500 Injection Benefits & Uses

Gentrax 500 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 500 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 500 Injection Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Gentrax 500 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 500 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Gentrax 500 Injection safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Gentrax in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Gentrax 500 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 500 Injection on the Kidneys?

Gentrax may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Gentrax 500 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 500 Injection on the Heart?

Gentrax is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Gentrax 500 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gentrax 500 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 500 Injection

Is this Gentrax 500 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Gentrax 500 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 500 Injection can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Gentrax 500 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 500 Injection for mental disorders.

No

Gentrax 500 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Gentrax 500 Injection

Taking Gentrax 500 Injection with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Gentrax 500 Injection

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Gentrax 500 Injection and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Gentrax 500 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.