Gentyric: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Gentyric Benefits & Uses

Gentyric is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Pneumonia

Other Benefits

Gentyric 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: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Gentyric Related Warnings

Is the use of Gentyric safe for pregnant women?

Gentyric should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Gentyric safe during breastfeeding?

Gentyric does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Gentyric on the Kidneys?

Gentyric rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Gentyric on the Liver?

Gentyric is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Gentyric on the Heart?

Gentyric is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Gentyric with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Tacrolimus

Bacitracin

Capreomycin

Furosemide

Moderate

Aspirin(ASA),Paracetamol,Caffeine

Aspirin(ASA)

Gentyric Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Parkinson's Disease
Kidney Disease
Dehydration

Frequently asked Questions about Gentyric

Is this Gentyric habit forming or addictive?

Gentyric is not addictive in nature.

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 Gentyric can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Gentyric only as per medical advice.

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

No, Gentyric cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Gentyric Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Gentyric

Taking Gentyric with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Gentyric

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Gentyric with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Gentyric

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Gentyric cover Pseudomonas?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Yes, Gentyric covers some strains of Pseudomonas aeruginosa but antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its susceptibility against pseudomonas before using this drug.

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I safely use Gentyric?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Usually, Gentyric is given for short-term treatment (7 days), your doctor may prescribe it for a longer duration as per the need based on infection severity after re-evaluating. Use it as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or use it longer than prescribed by your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

How to use Gentyric?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

The injectable form of this drug should be taken as per doctor guidance only. Duration of treatment depends on the type and severity of infections. Put 1 -2 drops of eye drop every 4-8 hours or as directed by the doctor and eye ointment is applied 2 - 4 times or directed by the doctor.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Gentyric treat typhoid fever?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes Gentyric 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Gentyric cause itching?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Rarely, Gentyric causes itching. It is a known side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing excessive itching after using this drug, then discuss it with your doctor.