Genticyn 80mg Injection 20ml
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20ml Injection
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Genticyn 80 MG Description
Genticyn injection contains an antibiotic called Gentamicin. It belongs to a class of medicines called aminoglycosides. It is used to treat infections in the body caused by the bacteria: Pseudomonas
aeruginosa, Proteus species (indole-positive and indole-negative), Escherichia coli, Klebsiella-Enterobacter-Serratia species, Citrobacter species, and Staphylococcus species (coagulase-positive and coagulase-negative).
Product Summary
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| Contains | Gentamicin(80.0 Mg) |
| Uses | bacterial meningitis, bacterial peritonitis, skin burns |
| Side effects | Kidney impairment, visual disturbances, decreased appetite, rash, nausea |
| Therapy | ANTIBIOTIC |
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Uses of Genticyn 80 MG
- Urinary tract infections
- Infections of respiratory tract
- Nervous system infection e.g. meningitis
- Gastrointestinal tract infections e.g., peritonitis
- Skin, tissue or bones infections
- Sepsis
Contraindications of Genticyn 80 MG
- Hypersensitivity to Gentamicin or other contents of the injection
- Allergy to other medications of the category aminoglycosides
- Uncomplicated episodes of urinary tract infection
- Myasthenia gravis
Side effects of Genticyn 80 MG
- Kidney function impairment
- Rash
- Visual disturbances
- Dizziness
- Decreased appetite
- Numbness or muscle twitching
Precautions and Warnings of Genticyn 80 MG
Pregnancy
Q:
Is taking the Genticyn injection safe during pregnancy?
A:
Reproductive toxicity has been demonstrated in animal studies. Gentamicin is a medication that crosses the placenta. Gentamicin should not be used when pregnant unless there is a life-threatening indication and the benefit outweighs the risk due to the danger of inner ear and kidney damage to the growing baby.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Is it okay to take Genticyn injection when I'm breastfeeding?
A:
Gentamicin is excreted in breast milk and was found in low concentrations in breast-fed children. Diarrhoea and fungus infection can occur in those infants. Hence, caution must be exercised when giving to mothers that are nursing.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive after taking the Genticyn injection?
A:
In case you feel dizzy after taking the injection, you should avoid driving.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol after taking the Genticyn injection?
A:
You should consult your doctor regarding the safety of consuming alcohol after taking the injection.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You have kidney problems
- You have inner ear deafness
- You have a disease that you are taking medication for
- You take or are planning to take other medicines
- You have a neuromuscular disease
- You are a nursing mother or are pregnant
- You are allergic to Gentamicin
- You have experienced an adverse reaction to aminoglycoside medicines
- You experience discomfort after taking this medicine
Mode of Action of Genticyn 80 MG
How Does It Work?
Bacteria need to produce certain proteins in order to function correctly and remain alive. The antibiotic gentamicin targets and kills the bacteria by interfering with the production of the essential proteins needed by the bacteria. Thus, the bacteria are unable to survive and die and the infection subsides....
Directions for Use of Genticyn 80 MG
- Do not administer it yourself
- The injection will be given by a trained doctor or nurse only
- Dosage should be adjusted in patients according to the diseases they have or their age
- Patients should be well hydrated when treating with this medicine
- Use the injection only if the solution is clear and the package is not damaged
- It should not be used in viral infections like the common cold
- The medication should be taken exactly as prescribed by a doctor
Interactions of Genticyn 80 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Neuromuscular blocking activity of the medicine is increased of ether or muscle relaxants are taken with it
- The damaging effect of methoxyflurane may be increased if given with gentamicin
- Harm to the kidneys or hearing is more likely when gentamicin is coadministered with other antibiotics, amphotericin B, diuretics (furosemide, ethacrynic acid), cisplatin, ciclosporin
- Concomitant administration with carbenicillin can reduce serum levels of gentamicin
- In new-borns, indomethacin may increase gentamicin plasma concentrations
- If used in combination with oral anticoagulants, deficiency of prothrombin may be amplified
- Bisphosphonate use in combination with this medication can raise the risk of calcium deficiency in blood
- Action of Gentamicin can be antagonized by neostigmine or pyridostigmine
- Due to increased neuromuscular inhibition, using botulinum toxin and gentamicin together may raise the risk of toxicity
Storage and disposal of Genticyn 80 MG
Do not store the injection at temperatures above 25°C. Do not freeze or refrigerate. To keep the product safe from light, keep it in its original packaging. The product should be utilised right after opening. The product is for single use only. Unused product or waste should be disposed of according to local regulations....
Dosage of Genticyn 80 MG
Overdose
In case of overdose, report to a doctor immediately. Haemodialysis may aid in the elimination of gentamicin from the blood in the event of overdosage or toxic responses and is especially significant if renal function is, or becomes, compromised....
Missed a Dose
If you miss a dosage, contact your doctor immediately.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: For how long can this medication be taken?
A: Prolonged therapy with this medicine should be avoided. It is best to limit duration of treatment as per the doctor's advice.
Q: How long will the side effects of Genticyn last?
A: Effects such as kidney problems will subside after the dosage is discontinued. However, you should reach out to your doctor if you notice a decrease in the ability to hear properly or feel a constant ringing in the ears, numbness or dizziness.
Q: Do I need to follow any specific dietary instructions while on this medication?
A: No specific dietary changes are needed with this medicine as it is an injection.
Q: How long will it take for Genticyn injection to work?
A: The effect or action will start immediately after administration. A patient will start to feel better 3 to 4 days after therapy has commenced.
References
- Med - GENTAMICIN SULFATE injection, solution [Internet]. Dailymed.nlm.nih.gov. 2022 [cited 14 March 2022]. Available from: https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=977180b3-a222-4282-d485-4a3217674305&audience=consumer
- Gentamicin 10mg/ml Solution for Injection or Infusion - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 14 March 2022]. Available from: https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/medicine/32933#gref
Product Details
Brand
GENTICYN
Country of Origin
India
Expires on or After
18/07/2024
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