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Magenta Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Pneumonia. Magenta Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Magenta Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Magenta Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Magenta Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Magenta Injection is Severe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Magenta Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Magenta Injection related warnings section.
Magenta Injection can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Magenta Injection in conditions like Ulcerative Colitis, Gastritis, Parkinson's Disease.
Drug interactions for Magenta Injection have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Magenta Injection is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Magenta 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 Magenta Injection safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Magenta. If you are pregnant, do not take Magenta without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Magenta Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Magenta does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Magenta Injection on the Kidneys?
Magenta rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Magenta Injection on the Liver?
Magenta is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Magenta Injection on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Magenta for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Magenta Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Magenta Injection habit forming or addictive?
Magenta Injection does not cause addiction.
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 Magenta Injection can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Magenta Injection only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Magenta Injection in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Magenta Injection
You can take Magenta Injection with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Magenta Injection
Information about the interaction of Magenta Injection and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, Magenta 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, Magenta 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.
Yes, Magenta is used for pink eye (conjunctivitis). It effectively treats the symptoms of pink eye. Since it is a prescription drug you should use it only on your doctor's advice.
No, Magenta is a prescription drug, hence patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.
Magenta 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, Magenta kills the bacteria and treats the infection.
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