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Gracin, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Drops, Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Pneumonia. The alternative uses of Gracin have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Gracin depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Gracin have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Gracin go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Gracin's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Safe while nursing. It is important to know if Gracin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Gracin related warnings section.
Gracin is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Ulcerative Colitis, Gastritis, Parkinson's Disease as it can result in adverse effects.
Drug reaction of Gracin with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Gracin is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Gracin 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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| Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Is the use of Gracin safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Gracin. If you are pregnant, do not take Gracin without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Gracin safe during breastfeeding?
Gracin is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Gracin on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Gracin on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Gracin on the Liver?
Gracin is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Gracin on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Gracin for the heart.
Gracin 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 Gracin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gracin habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Gracin is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Gracin you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Gracin only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Gracin in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Gracin
Taking Gracin with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gracin
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Gracin with alcohol will be.
Rarely, Gracin 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.
Yes, Gracin may cause a headache. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of a headache is unknown. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balm and complete rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.
Eye drop of this drug may cause eye irritation. This occurs very rarely. If you experience excessive irritation of skin after using this drug, then consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Gracin covers some strains of Pseudomonas aeruginosa but antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its susceptibility against pseudomonas before using this drug.
Yes Gracin 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.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Gentamicin
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 747-748
