Gentaril is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Drops. It is typically used for the treatment of Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Gentaril have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Gentaril depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Gentaril have been listed ahead. These side effects of Gentaril are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Gentaril's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Gentaril's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Gentaril is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Ulcerative Colitis, Gastritis, Parkinson's Disease are examples of such conditions.
Besides this, Gentaril may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Gentaril is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Gentaril 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Gentaril is used -
Is the use of Gentaril safe for pregnant women?
Gentaril has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Gentaril without medical advice.
Is the use of Gentaril safe during breastfeeding?
Gentaril does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Gentaril on the Kidneys?
Gentaril rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Gentaril on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Gentaril on the liver.
What is the effect of Gentaril on the Heart?
Gentaril is completely safe for the heart.
Gentaril 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 Gentaril unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gentaril habit forming or addictive?
Gentaril is not addictive in nature.
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 Gentaril can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Gentaril only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Gentaril cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Gentaril
It is safe to take Gentaril with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gentaril
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Gentaril with alcohol will be.
Yes, Gentaril 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, Gentaril 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, Gentaril 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.
Gentaril 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.
Gentaril 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, Gentaril kills the bacteria and treats the infection.
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