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Eldegenta Eye Drop is a prescription medicine that is available as a Drops. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Pneumonia. Eldegenta Eye Drop also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Eldegenta Eye Drop depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Eldegenta Eye Drop can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Eldegenta Eye Drop go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Eldegenta Eye Drop has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Eldegenta Eye Drop has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Eldegenta Eye Drop related warnings section.
Eldegenta Eye Drop is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Ulcerative Colitis, Gastritis, Parkinson's Disease as it can result in adverse effects.
Drug interactions for Eldegenta Eye Drop have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Eldegenta Eye Drop is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Eldegenta Eye Drop 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
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Is the use of Eldegenta Eye Drop safe for pregnant women?
Eldegenta should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Eldegenta Eye Drop safe during breastfeeding?
Eldegenta is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Eldegenta Eye Drop on the Kidneys?
Eldegenta rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Eldegenta Eye Drop on the Liver?
Eldegenta is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Eldegenta Eye Drop on the Heart?
Eldegenta is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Eldegenta Eye Drop unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Eldegenta Eye Drop habit forming or addictive?
Eldegenta Eye Drop does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Eldegenta Eye Drop. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Eldegenta Eye Drop only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Eldegenta Eye Drop is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Eldegenta Eye Drop
Taking Eldegenta Eye Drop with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Eldegenta Eye Drop
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Eldegenta Eye Drop.
Eldegenta 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.
Eldegenta 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, Eldegenta kills the bacteria and treats the infection.
Yes Eldegenta 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.
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.
Yes, Eldegenta covers some strains of Pseudomonas aeruginosa but antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its susceptibility against pseudomonas before using this drug.
This medicine data has been created by -
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