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).

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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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Precautions and Warnings

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

Is taking the Genticyn injection safe during pregnancy?

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

Is it okay to take Genticyn injection when I'm breastfeeding?

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

Can I drive after taking the Genticyn injection?

In case you feel dizzy after taking the injection, you should avoid driving.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol after taking the Genticyn injection?

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 ...

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 ...

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 i...

Missed a Dose

If you miss a dosage, contact your doctor immediately.

Content Details

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Balasaheb Darade

MBBS

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.

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Product Details

Brand

GENTICYN

Country of Origin

India

Expires on or After

24/03/2025

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