Gentamycin

Abbott

Composition for Gentamycin Products

Gentamycin Products are primarily used for

Bacterial infections

About Gentamycin Products

Uses of Gentamycin Products

Gentamicin is used in the treatment of bacterial infections.

Gentamycin Products side effects

Severe

Side Effects of Gentamycin are Hearing loss, Joint pain, Headache, Breathlessness, Vomiting, Nausea, Fever, High blood pressure, Edema (swelling), Thrombophlebitis, Confusion, Depression, Drowsiness, Lethargy, Myasthenia gravis, Numbness, Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation), Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand), Seizure, Vertigo, Hair loss, Urticaria, Decreased calcium level in blood, Weight loss, Clostridium difficile associated diarrhea, Decreased appetite, Enterocolitis, Urinary casts, Low urine output, Protein in urine, Renal toxicity, Agranulocytosis (deficiency of granulocytes in the blood), Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Hepatomegaly (enlarged liver), Increased liver enzymes, Hypersensitivity, Muscle cramp, Muscle weakness, Visual disturbance, Ringing in ear, Decreased creatinine clearance, Respiratory depression, Increased reticulocytes, Low blood platelets, Pulmonary fibrosis, Enlarged spleen, Laryngeal edema, Gastrointestinal bleeding.

How Gentamycin Products work

Gentamicin is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.

Patient Concerns about Gentamycin Products

Frequently asked questions about Gentamycin Products

Frequently asked questions about Gentamicin

Q. Is Gentamycin Injection safe?
Gentamycin Injection is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
Q. How is Gentamycin Injection administered?
Gentamycin Injection should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Gentamycin Injection.
Q. Can I take a higher than the recommended dose of this medicine?
No, Gentamycin Injection should be taken in the recommended dose only. Overdose of Gentamycin Injection can increase the risks of side effects. If you experience an increase in the severity of your symptoms during the treatment, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.
Q. What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Gentamycin Injection?
Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
Q. Is Gentamycin Injection effective?
Gentamycin Injection is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Gentamycin Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. What if I don't get better after using Gentamycin Injection?
Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, consult your doctor if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine. The doctor may modify the dose or suggest an alternative medicine.
Q. Can I stop taking Gentamycin Injection when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Gentamycin Injection without consulting the doctor even if you are feeling better. You may experience improvement in your symptoms before the infection is completely cleared. Therefore, for better results, it is advised to continue your treatment for the prescribed duration.

Products for Gentamycin

Gentamycin Injection
vial of 20 ml Injection
Abbott
MRP
24.12
Not Available

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