Gentamicin (Gentamicin)
Brand: Gentamicin
Active Ingredient(s): Gentamicin
Strength: 40 mg / mL
Pack Size: 10 x 2 mL Injectable Solution
Store at room temperature.
DIN: 02457008
Manufacturer: Teligen Canada (Canada)
Alternatives: SDZ Gentamicin
$343.33
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Description
Gentamicin (Gentamicin) is an antibiotic. It is typically used for the treatment of serious infections (e.g., sepsis (the body’s extreme response to an infection), meningitis (an inflammation (swelling) of the protective membranes covering the brain and spinal cord), urinary tract infections, respiratory (lung) tract infections, peritonitis (inflammation of the peritoneum — a silk-like membrane that lines your inner abdominal wall and covers the organs within your abdomen — that is usually due to a bacterial or fungal infection), bone infections, skin and soft tissue infections) caused by susceptible strains of microorganisms (some bacteria). It may also have other uses.
Additional information
Gentamicin (Gentamicin)'s dosage depends on the weight and the condition. Your doctor or pharmacist may have suggested a schedule that is more appropriate for you. Your doctor or nurse will administer Gentamicin (Gentamicin) to you in a hospital or clinical setting. WARNING: May cause nephrotoxicity (kidney toxicity). It may cause fetal harm if administered to a pregnant woman. In addition to its desired action, Gentamicin (Gentamicin) may cause some side effects, notably: It may cause edema (swelling), hypertension (high blood pressure), hypotension (low blood pressure) It may cause brain disease, confusion, depression, dizziness, drowsiness, headache It may cause alopecia (hair loss), erythema (redness), pruritus (itching), skin rash Contraindications: Hypersensitivity to gentamicin, other aminoglycosides (similar agents), or any component of the formulation Taking Gentamicin (Gentamicin) during pregnancy may be harmful for the baby. Women of childbearing potential should use an effective contraceptive method. Pregnant women should not use this product. If you're planning a pregnancy or become pregnant or breastfeeding, contact your family doctor. A treatment with Gentamicin (Gentamicin) requires regular monitoring by a doctor. Be sure to see your doctor for all regularly scheduled appointments.Gentamicin (Gentamicin)
Warning
Each person may react differently to a treatment. If you think this medication may be causing side effects (including those described here, or others), talk to your doctor or pharmacist. He or she can help you to determine whether or not the medication is the source of the problem.
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