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Gentalab 40 Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Pneumonia. Other than this, Gentalab 40 Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Gentalab 40 Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Gentalab 40 Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Gentalab 40 Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Gentalab 40 Injection's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Safe while nursing. It is important to know if Gentalab 40 Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Gentalab 40 Injection related warnings section.
Gentalab 40 Injection can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Gentalab 40 Injection in conditions like Ulcerative Colitis, Gastritis, Parkinson's Disease.
Drug reaction of Gentalab 40 Injection with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Gentalab 40 Injection is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Gentalab 40 Injection 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 Gentalab 40 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Gentalab can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Gentalab 40 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Gentalab is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Gentalab 40 Injection on the Kidneys?
Gentalab rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Gentalab 40 Injection on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Gentalab on the liver.
What is the effect of Gentalab 40 Injection on the Heart?
You can take Gentalab without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gentalab 40 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gentalab 40 Injection habit forming or addictive?
Gentalab 40 Injection does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Gentalab 40 Injection. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Gentalab 40 Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Gentalab 40 Injection in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Gentalab 40 Injection
Taking Gentalab 40 Injection with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gentalab 40 Injection
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Gentalab 40 Injection and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Gentalab 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, Gentalab kills the bacteria and treats the infection.
No, Gentalab is a prescription drug, hence patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.
Yes, Gentalab may cause hearing loss (deafness) in some cases. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing hearing loss after this drug, then you are advised to consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
No, Gentalab should not be discontinued without doctors advice to ensure complete eradication of the organism that causes the infection. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, Gentalab 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.
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