Gemicin Injection

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Description

Gemicin Injection contains gentamicin. It is an antibiotic classified as an aminoglycoside. It is used to treat bacterial infections in the urine, chest, and blood, Gentamicin works by killing bacte

ria by targeting their proteins.

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Uses	Urinary infections, chest infections, severe infection in newborn
Side effects	Kidney problems, dizziness, ringing in ears, vertigo, diarrhoea
Therapy	ANTIBIOTIC

Precautions and Warnings

Precautions and Warnings of Gemicin Injection

Pregnancy

Can I take Gemicin Injection during pregnancy?

Your doctor will recommend Gemicin Injection during pregnancy only if you have a life-threatening condition.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Gemicin Injection while breastfeeding?

No, you should not take Gemicin Injection while breastfeeding unless your doctor advises it. This is due to a small amount of the medication passing into breast milk.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Gemicin Injection ?

Gemicin Injection can cause dizziness or vertigo as the side effect; hence, avoid driving after taking this injection.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Gemicin Injection ?

Gentamicin and alcohol may cause dizziness and drowsiness. Hence it should be avoided.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have kidney problems
You have Parkinson's disease or any other neuromuscular condition
You are currently using other antibiotics
You are allergic to other antibiotics
You have Myasthenia gravis

Uses of Gemicin Injection

Urinary tract infections
Chest infections
Bacteria in blood

Contraindications of Gemicin Injection

Known allergy to any ingredients of Gemicin Injection
Myasthenia gravis

Side effects of Gemicin Injection

Kidney problems
Dizziness
Ringing in ears
Vertigo
Diarrhoea
Vision problems

Mode of Action of Gemicin Injection

How Does It Work?

Gentamicin is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the synthesis of proteins in the bacteria which ultimately kills them.

Directions for Use of Gemicin Injection

Gemicin Injection is injected by a doctor or nurse

Interactions of Gemicin Injection

Interactions with other medicines

Gentamicin increases the effects of ether and other muscle relaxants.
Concomitant administration of methoxyflurane can damage the kidneys.
Concomitant administration of Indomethacin increases blood levels of gentamicin in newborn babies.
Oral anticoagulants and gentamicin can cause clotting problems.
Concomitant administration of neostigmine or pyridostigmine can cause the opposite effect to Gentamicin.
Concomitant administration of Botulinum toxin increases toxicity.
Concomitant administration of Cephalothin, cephaloridine, colistin, vancomycin, viomycin, streptomycin, amphotericin B, cisplatin, or loop diuretics can cause hearing problems or toxicity in kidneys.

Storage and disposal of Gemicin Injection

Do not Store above 25°C
Do not refrigerate or freeze
Protect from light
Do not throw the contents of Gemicin Injection in wastewater
Do not use the injection after expiry date

Dosage of Gemicin Injection

Overdose

An overdose is unlikely with Gemicin Injection since it is given by a doctor or nurse. In case you feel unusual symptoms after taking this injection, inform your doctor or visit the nearest hospital ...

Missed a Dose

In case of a missed dose, inform your doctor.

Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Ravindra Ghongade

B. Pharm

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Nikita Toshi

BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery), WHO FIDES member

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Does Gemicin Injection cause weight gain?

A: No, Gemicin Injection does not cause weight gain.

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Last Updated on: 04 Apr 2025 | 11:01 AM (IST)

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