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Genticyn 80 mg Injection 2 ml is an antibiotic used in the treatment of bacterial infections of the ear, nose, throat, respiratory tract, gastrointestinal tract, biliary tract, bone and joint, skin and soft tissue. It helps by inhibiting the protein synthesis of the bacterial cell and thereby helps fight infection causing bacteria. This medicine is not effective for treating viral infections.
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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
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Drug-Drug Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interaction: Genticyn 80 mg Injection 2 ml may interact with antibiotics (amikacin, cefixime, clindamycin, polymyxin B, vancomycin), antifungals (amphotericin B), anticancer drugs (cisplatin), water pills (furosemide), immunosuppressants (cyclosporine), nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (indomethacin, ibuprofen), skeletal muscle relaxants (tubocurarine), myasthenia gravis medicines (neostigmine), and HIV drugs (zalcitabine).

Drug-Food Interaction: Alcohol consumption should be avoided to prevent adverse effects.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Let your doctor know if you have any liver or kidney diseases, cystic fibrosis, hearing problems, low blood minerals, myasthenia gravis, or Parkinson's disease.

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How does the drug interact with Genticyn 80 mg Injection 2 ml:
Co-administration of of clindamycin with Genticyn 80 mg Injection 2 ml may increase the risk of kidney and/or nerve damage.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, clindamycin can be taken with Genticyn 80 mg Injection 2 ml if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience signs and symptoms of kidney damage such as sudden weight gain or weight loss, nausea, vomiting, fluid retention, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm. If you develop diarrhea or vomiting during treatment with these medications, drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration, as dehydration may also harm the kidney.
How does the drug interact with Genticyn 80 mg Injection 2 ml:
Taking Deferasirox may cause kidney problems and combining it with Genticyn 80 mg Injection 2 ml may increase that risk.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Genticyn 80 mg Injection 2 ml can be taken with deferasirox if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the doctor if you experience signs and symptoms of kidney damage such as nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, bone pain, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm. Dehydration can also harm the kidney, therefore drink plenty of fluids if you develop diarrhoea or vomiting during treatment with these medications.
How does the drug interact with Genticyn 80 mg Injection 2 ml:
Co-administration of Colistin with Genticyn 80 mg Injection 2 ml can increase the levels and risk of Colistin side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Colistin and Genticyn 80 mg Injection 2 ml, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience weight gain or loss suddenly, muscle pain, dizziness, or palpitations, call your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
GentamicinIopamidol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Genticyn 80 mg Injection 2 ml:
Co-administration of Iopamidol with Genticyn 80 mg Injection 2 ml may increase the risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Genticyn 80 mg Injection 2 ml with Iopamidol can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. It's important to keep an eye on how much you pee. If you notice any changes, like peeing more or less than usual, it's a good idea to let your doctor know right away. These changes could be a sign of problems with your kidneys, diabetes, or other health issues. Other symptoms to watch out for include feeling sick, throwing up, not wanting to eat, gaining or losing weight suddenly, or having trouble breathing. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
GentamicinBacitracin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Genticyn 80 mg Injection 2 ml:
Taking Genticyn 80 mg Injection 2 ml with bacitracin may increase the risk of serious side effects such as respiratory depression, kidney problems, and hearing loss.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Genticyn 80 mg Injection 2 ml can be taken with bacitracin if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience hearing loss, ringing in the ears, vertigo, difficulty breathing, (or) signs and symptoms of kidney damage such as nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm.
How does the drug interact with Genticyn 80 mg Injection 2 ml:
Co-administration of Tenofovir alafenamide may cause kidney problems and combining it Genticyn 80 mg Injection 2 ml may increase that risk.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Genticyn 80 mg Injection 2 ml can be taken with tenofovir alafenamide if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the doctor if you experience signs and symptoms of kidney damage such as nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, bone pain, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Genticyn 80 mg Injection 2 ml:
Co-administration of Magnesium sulfate with Genticyn 80 mg Injection 2 ml can increase the risk of muscle weakness.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Magnesium sulfate and Genticyn 80 mg Injection 2 ml, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience muscle weakness and breathing difficulties. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Genticyn 80 mg Injection 2 ml:
Everolimus may cause kidney problems, and combining it with Genticyn 80 mg Injection 2 ml may increase that risk.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Genticyn 80 mg Injection 2 ml can be taken with everolimus if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the doctor if you experience symptoms of kidney damage such as nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm.
GentamicinMetrizamide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Genticyn 80 mg Injection 2 ml:
Co-administration of Metrizamide with Genticyn 80 mg Injection 2 ml may increase the risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Genticyn 80 mg Injection 2 ml with Metrizamide together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. It's important to keep an eye on how much you pee. If you notice any changes, like peeing more or less than usual, it's a good idea to let a doctor know right away. Other symptoms to watch out for include feeling sick, throwing up, not wanting to eat, gaining or losing weight suddenly, or having trouble with your muscles, balance, or heart rhythm. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
GentamicinFoscarnet
Severe
How does the drug interact with Genticyn 80 mg Injection 2 ml:
Co-administration of Genticyn 80 mg Injection 2 ml with Foscarnet can increase the risk of kidney damage.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Genticyn 80 mg Injection 2 ml and Foscarnet together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. If you have any of these symptoms, it's important to contact your doctor right away: seizures, an irregular heart rhythm, feeling sick, swelling, sudden weight gain or loss, severe pain in your upper stomach, strong heartbeats, feeling dizzy, or chest pain. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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