Alkem Genta (20Ml) (20 Ml Vial) Gentamicin 40 Mg By Alkem

Composition

Gentamicin 40 mg.

Note: Gentamicin 40 mg is commonly supplied as an injectable preparation, but the exact concentration and route should be confirmed from the product label.

Uses

Gentamicin is an aminoglycoside antibiotic used to treat serious bacterial infections, including certain infections of the:

- Urinary tract
- Blood (sepsis)
- Abdomen
- Lungs
- Skin and soft tissues
- Bones and joints

It is generally used when susceptible bacteria are involved and is often administered in a hospital or under close medical supervision.

How to Use

Gentamicin injection is given intramuscularly or intravenously by a healthcare professional. The dose is calculated according to factors such as body weight, kidney function, infection severity, and the infecting organism.

Do not self-inject or adjust the dose. Treatment usually requires monitoring of kidney function and, in many cases, gentamicin blood levels.

Precautions & Warnings

Tell your doctor if you have:

- Kidney disease
- Hearing or balance problems
- Dehydration
- Neuromuscular disorders such as myasthenia gravis
- Previous problems with aminoglycoside antibiotics

Gentamicin can cause kidney damage (nephrotoxicity) and hearing or balance damage (ototoxicity). The risk increases with high doses, prolonged treatment, dehydration, or certain other medicines.

Possible Side Effects

Possible side effects include injection-site discomfort, nausea, headache, and changes in kidney function.

Serious side effects include:

- Reduced urine output or swelling
- Ringing in the ears
- Hearing loss
- Dizziness or difficulty maintaining balance
- Muscle weakness or breathing difficulties

Report hearing changes, ringing in the ears, severe dizziness, or reduced urination promptly.

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

If you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before receiving gentamicin. It should be used during pregnancy only when clearly indicated by a healthcare professional.

Storage

Injectable gentamicin should be stored according to the manufacturer's instructions and handled by healthcare professionals. Keep medicines out of reach of children and do not use an expired or damaged preparation.

Important Safety Information

Gentamicin requires careful dose adjustment in kidney impairment. Your doctor may monitor kidney function and drug levels during treatment. Inform your doctor about other medicines you take, particularly medicines that can affect the kidneys or hearing. Complete the prescribed antibiotic course unless your doctor tells you otherwise.