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Gmi 80mg Injection 2.0 ml in 1 vial

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Gmi 80mg Injection is a product of Ravian Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Composition: Gentamicin (80mg)

Pack of 2 ml

4.60

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All Details About Gmi 80mg Injection

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Gmi 80mg Injection

Description:

Gmi 80mg Injection is an antibiotic used to prevent or treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This may include infections of the urinary tract, bones and joints, lungs (e.g., pneumonia), brain (e.g., meningitis), sepsis, and some others. However, it is not effective for gonorrhea.

Gmi 80mg Injection is also widely used in hospitalized patients to prevent infections. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. It is given as a drip (intravenous infusion) or as an injection directly into a vein or a muscle under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Your doctor may shift you to another antibiotic after culture reports become available. It should be used regularly at evenly spaced time intervals as prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.

This medicine may lead to kidney damage and hearing loss as side effects in some patients. Therefore, it is important to follow all the instructions given by your doctor while using this medicine. It may also cause balance disorder (loss of balance) and injection site pain in some people. 

Your doctor may monitor you with regular kidney function tests or hearing tests during treatment. Some patients may also be advised to get blood levels of this medicine measured. Earlier using this medicine, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become, or breastfeeding.

Directions For Use:

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Compassionately do not self administer.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Gmi

  • Hearing loss
  • Kidney damage
  • Balance disorder (loss of balance)
  • Injection site pain

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Gmi 80mg Injection does not usually cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Gmi 80mg Injection is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Available human data suggest that the drug does not pass into breast milk in clinically significant amounts and is unlikely to harm the infant.
Driving
UNSAFE
Gmi 80mg Injection may cause side effects that could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Gmi 80mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Gmi 80mg Injection in patients with liver disease.

FAQs:

Is Gmi 80mg Injection safe?

Gmi 80mg Injection is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

How is Gmi 80mg Injection administered?

Gmi 80mg Injection should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Gmi 80mg Injection.

Can I take a higher than the recommended dose of this medicine?

No, Gmi 80mg Injection should be taken in the recommended dose only. Overdose of Gmi 80mg Injection can increase the risks of side effects. If you experience an increase in the severity of your symptoms during the treatment, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.

What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Gmi 80mg Injection?

Retain this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

Is Gmi 80mg Injection effective?

Gmi 80mg Injection is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Gmi 80mg Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

What if I don't get better after using Gmi 80mg Injection?

Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, consult your doctor if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine. The doctor may modify the dose or suggest an alternative medicine.

Can I stop taking Gmi 80mg Injection when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Gmi 80mg Injection without consulting the doctor even if you are feeling better. You may experience improvement in your symptoms before the infection is completely cleared. Therefore, for better results, it is advised to continue your treatment for the prescribed duration.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)



Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H


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