Gentasia
Composition for Gentasia Products
Gentasia Products are primarily used for
Bacterial infectionsProducts for Gentasia
Gentasia Eye/Ear Drops
bottle of 10 ml Eye/Ear Drops
MRP₹16
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About Gentasia Products
Gentasia Products side effects
Severe
Side Effects of Gentasia 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 Gentasia Products work
Gentamicin is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.
In Depth Information for Gentasia Products
- Your doctor has prescribed Gentasia to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
- It is given as a drip (intravenous infusion) or as an injection directly into a vein or a muscle.
- Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Gentasia may cause dizziness.
- Your doctor may get regular blood, urine, or hearing tests while you are on this medication.
- Your doctor will ensure that you are well hydrated before and during treatment with this medicine.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.
- Discontinue Gentasia and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Patient Concerns about Gentasia Products
Frequently asked questions about Gentasia Products
Q. Is Gentasia Eye/Ear Drops effective?
Gentasia Eye/Ear Drops 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 Gentasia Eye/Ear Drops too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. I feel better now, can I stop using Gentasia Eye/Ear Drops?
No, you should not stop using Gentasia Eye/Ear Drops suddenly without talking to your doctor. This is because your symptoms may worsen and your infection may return. 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. Stopping the medication too early could allow the spread of the infection and hence prevent complete healing.
Q. What should I do if I forget to use Gentasia Eye/Ear Drops?
If you forget to use Gentasia Eye/Ear Drops, do not worry and continue using Gentasia Eye/Ear Drops as soon as you remember. However, if you are not sure and have any other doubts, please consult your doctor.
Q. In which conditions is the use of Gentasia Eye/Ear Drops avoided?
Use of Gentasia Eye/Ear Drops should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Gentasia Eye/Ear Drops or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Gentasia Eye/Ear Drops for the first time, consult your doctor.
Q. What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Gentasia Eye/Ear Drops?
Keep Gentasia Eye/Ear Drops 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. Keep it away from children and other people to avoid any misuse.