Gentic injection 10mg

About Gentic injection 10mg

Gentic injection 10mg Uses

• Serious gram-negative bacterial infections
• Complicated urinary tract infections
• Sepsis and hospital acquired infections
• Combined therapy for certain heart valve infections

Drug Class

• Aminoglycoside antibiotic
• Broad spectrum antibacterial

What Experts Say

Gentamicin is a well established antibiotic for serious infections, often used together with another antibiotic for a broader effect against certain bacteria.

It is given by injection in a hospital or clinic, with the dose based on body weight and adjusted according to kidney function.

As with other medicines in its class, it can affect the kidneys and hearing with prolonged use, so doctors monitor kidney function and check for any hearing changes, ringing in the ears or dizziness during treatment.

Gentic injection 10mg formula

• Gentamicin Sulfate 10mg

Available forms

• Injection

How to use Gentic injection 10mg?

• Given by injection by a healthcare professional.
• Dose is based on body weight and kidney function.
• Requires monitoring of kidney function and hearing during treatment.
• Complete the full course as directed.

Drug Interactions

Gentamicin can interact with other medicines that affect the kidneys or hearing.

• Loop diuretics like furosemide: Increases the risk of hearing and kidney problems.
• Other nephrotoxic medicines (NSAIDs, vancomycin): Raises the risk of kidney harm.
• Muscle relaxants used in anaesthesia: Gentamicin can prolong their effect.

Risks and warnings

• Kidney function: Can affect the kidneys; requires monitoring, especially with prolonged use.
• Hearing and balance: Can affect hearing and balance, sometimes permanently; report any ringing or dizziness.
• Myasthenia gravis: Use with caution, as it can worsen muscle weakness in this condition.
• Existing hearing loss: Use with particular caution if hearing is already impaired.

Gentic injection 10mg Side Effects

• Injection site pain
• Nausea
• Dizziness
• Ringing in the ears (tinnitus)
• Numbness

Storage Conditions

Store below 30°C, protect from light, do not freeze; use opened ampoules immediately.