Genka 40mg Injection-2 ml Injection

Introduction of Genka Injection Genka 40 mg Injection is an antibiotic widely used in hospitals for treatment of moderate to severe infections like that of the urinary system, bone and joints, lungs (e.g. pneumonia), brain (e.g. meningitis), and others. It is a narrow spectrum antibiotic that is effective in killing mainly gram-negative bacteria. It is administered as a drip (intravenous infusion) or as an injection directly into a vein or muscle under the guidance of a doctor. The duration of treatment is determined by the doctor based on the site and severity of the infection. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine early may lead to the infection coming back and harder to treat. It may be used in combination with other antibiotics to fight many problematic bacteria. This medicine is associated with significant side effects and should only be taken under a doctor’s supervision. Kidney failure is the most common side effect which can be minimized by adjusting the dose and avoiding the use of other drugs that are toxic to the kidney. Ear toxicity (e.g. hearing loss) can happen in patients requiring long term Genka 40 mg Injection therapy (>2 weeks). Your doctor may conduct regular tests to check the status of kidney function and hearing ability while you are on this medication. How to use Genka Injection Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer. How Genka Injection works Genka 40 mg Injection is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Genka Injection related warnings Alcohol CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Genka 40 mg Injection. Please consult your doctor. Pregnancy CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Genka 40 mg Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor. Lactation SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Genka 40 mg Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby. Driving UNSAFE Genka 40 mg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. Kidney CAUTION Genka 40 mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Genka 40 mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Liver CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR There is limited information available on the use of Genka 40 mg Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor. What if you miss a dose of Genka Injection? If you miss a dose of Genka 40 mg Injection, please consult your doctor.