Gmi 80 Mg Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Gmi Benefits & Uses

Gmi is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Pneumonia

Other Benefits

Gmi 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

Gmi Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Gmi is used -

Gmi Related Warnings

Is the use of Gmi safe for pregnant women?

Gmi can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Gmi safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Gmi.

Safe
What is the effect of Gmi on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Gmi on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Gmi on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Gmi on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Gmi on the Heart?

Gmi is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Gmi with Other Drugs

Gmi 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)

Gmi Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Parkinson's Disease
Kidney Disease
Dehydration

Frequently asked Questions about Gmi

Is this Gmi habit forming or addictive?

Gmi is not addictive in nature.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Gmi 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, Gmi cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Gmi Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Gmi

Taking Gmi with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Gmi

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Gmi

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I use Gmi without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Ajay Kumar. MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

No, Gmi is a prescription drug, hence patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely use Gmi?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Usually, Gmi 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 about 6 years ago

What is Gmi?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Gmi is a brand name of gentamicin and it is available in the form of Injection, eye drop, cream. It belongs to the class of drugs called aminoglycoside antibiotics which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It is a prescription drug that is used for the treatment of bacterial infections of eye, skin, and body.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Gmi cause acne?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

No, Gmi 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 about 6 years ago

How does Gmi work?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Gmi 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, Gmi kills the bacteria and treats the infection.