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Unigenta Eye/Ear Drops is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Drops. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Unigenta Eye/Ear Drops have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Unigenta Eye/Ear Drops. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Unigenta Eye/Ear Drops as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Unigenta Eye/Ear Drops normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Unigenta Eye/Ear Drops has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Unigenta Eye/Ear Drops's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Unigenta Eye/Ear Drops related warnings section.
Unigenta Eye/Ear Drops 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 Unigenta Eye/Ear Drops have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Unigenta Eye/Ear Drops is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Unigenta Eye/Ear Drops 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 Unigenta Eye/Ear Drops safe for pregnant women?
Unigenta can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Unigenta Eye/Ear Drops safe during breastfeeding?
Unigenta does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Unigenta Eye/Ear Drops on the Kidneys?
Unigenta has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Unigenta Eye/Ear Drops on the Liver?
Using Unigenta does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Unigenta Eye/Ear Drops on the Heart?
Using Unigenta does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Unigenta Eye/Ear Drops 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 Unigenta Eye/Ear Drops unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Unigenta Eye/Ear Drops habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Unigenta Eye/Ear Drops.
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 Unigenta Eye/Ear Drops can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Unigenta Eye/Ear Drops is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Unigenta Eye/Ear Drops is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Unigenta Eye/Ear Drops
Taking Unigenta Eye/Ear Drops with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Unigenta Eye/Ear Drops
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Unigenta Eye/Ear Drops with alcohol will be.
Unigenta 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, Unigenta kills the bacteria and treats the infection.
Yes, Unigenta 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.
Yes, Unigenta can cause nephrotoxicity. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, if you experience severe nephrotoxicity after using this drug then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Unigenta may cause hallucinations infrequently in a few cases only. If you are experiencing hallucinations after taking this drug then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor without further delay.
Yes, Unigenta 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.
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