Manufacturer: Biochem Pharmaceutical Industries
Salt Composition : Gentamicin(20mg/2ml)
Biogesic 20mg/2ml 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.
Biogesic 20mg/2ml 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.
The dosage of gentamicin necessary to produce mean peak serum concentrations between 4 mug/ml and 6 mug/ml was 60 mg/m2 per dose for all age groups or 2.5 mg/kg per dose for ages one-half to five years, 2.0 mg/kg per dose for ages five to 10 years, and 1.5 mg/kg per dose for ages greater than 10 years.
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
Common side effects of Biogaracin
Hearing loss
Kidney damage
Balance disorder (loss of balance)
Injection site pain
low amount of calcium in the blood.
dehydration.
a type of movement disorder called parkinsonism.
myasthenia gravis, a skeletal muscle disorder.
ringing in the ears.
disorder of nerve that controls hearing and balance.
decreased kidney function.
sensation of spinning or whirling.
Biogesic 20mg/2ml 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.
Consuming alcohol with Biogesic 20mg/2ml Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Biogesic 20mg/2ml 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.
Use with caution
Below 9years: Contraindicated
Gentamicin is indicated in bacteraemia, urinary tract infections, chest infections, severe neonatal infections and other serious systemic infections due to susceptible organisms, in adults and children including neonates.
dehydration.
neuromuscular blockade.
ototoxicity.
renal dysfunction.
Kindly do not self administer.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Biogesic 20mg/2ml Injection, please consult your doctor.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Q. Is Biogesic 20mg/2ml Injection safe?
Biogesic 20mg/2ml 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.
Q. How is Biogesic 20mg/2ml Injection administered?
Biogesic 20mg/2ml 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 Biogesic 20mg/2ml Injection.
Q. Can I take a higher than the recommended dose of this medicine?
No, Biogesic 20mg/2ml Injection should be taken in the recommended dose only. Overdose of Biogesic 20mg/2ml 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.
Q. What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Biogesic 20mg/2ml Injection?
Keep 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.
Q. Is Biogesic 20mg/2ml Injection effective?
Biogesic 20mg/2ml 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 Biogesic 20mg/2ml Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. What if I don't get better after using Biogesic 20mg/2ml 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.
Q. Can I stop taking Biogesic 20mg/2ml Injection when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Biogesic 20mg/2ml 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.
