Leegenta Eye Drop

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Leegenta Eye Drop

10 ml Drops in 1 Packet
₹ 8
10 ML DROPS | 1 Packet
₹ 8
164 people have bought this recently

Leegenta Information

Leegenta is a prescription drug, available for use as Drops. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Pneumonia. Other than this, Leegenta has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Leegenta depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Leegenta as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Leegenta are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Leegenta is Severe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Leegenta related warnings talks about Leegenta's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Leegenta is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Ulcerative Colitis, Gastritis, Parkinson's Disease are examples of such conditions.

Drug interactions for Leegenta have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

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



Leegenta Benefits & Uses

Leegenta is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Leegenta 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

Leegenta Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Leegenta safe for pregnant women?


    Leegenta 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 Leegenta safe during breastfeeding?


    Leegenta does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Leegenta on the Kidneys?


    Leegenta rarely harms the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Leegenta on the Liver?


    Leegenta is completely safe for the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Leegenta on the Heart?


    Leegenta is completely safe for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Leegenta with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Leegenta Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Leegenta

  • Is this Leegenta habit forming or addictive?


    Leegenta is not addictive in nature.

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


    After taking Leegenta you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Leegenta 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?


    No, the use of Leegenta in mental disorders is not effective.

    No

Leegenta Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Leegenta


    You can take Leegenta with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Leegenta


    Information about the interaction of Leegenta and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Leegenta

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Leegenta cause eye irritation?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Leegenta work?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Leegenta contains gentamicin which is a broad spectrum antibiotic effective against many gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. It works by stopping the production of proteins that bacteria need to survive. Hence in this way, Leegenta kills the bacteria and treats the infection.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Leegenta cover Pseudomonas?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease

Yes, Leegenta 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

Can Leegenta cause acne?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

No, Leegenta does not cause acne. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing acne after taking this drug then it might be due to some other reason and you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Leegenta safe to use?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Leegenta is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by the doctor. However, few known side effects are observed such as pain at the site of injection, joint pain, and unusual tiredness. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


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



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