Product Introduction:
Genta Swift 40 mg Injection provides gentamicin sulfate — a potent aminoglycoside antibiotic — for rapid and effective treatment of severe gram-negative bacterial infections. It works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis, making it essential for critical care and hospital use.
Uses:
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Treats serious infections in the respiratory tract (e.g., pneumonia)
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Effective for urinary tract infections, including pyelonephritis
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Management of sepsis and bacteremic infections
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Used in skin and soft tissue infections, intra-abdominal infections, and endocarditis (in combination therapy)
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Prevents perioperative bacterial infections in high-risk surgeries
Benefits:
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Broad-spectrum kill against gram-negative bacteria and some gram-positive strains
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Rapid bactericidal action, especially critical in severe infections
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Supportive when oral antibiotics are ineffective or impractical
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Often used in combination therapies for synergistic effect
Composition:
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Gentamicin sulfate (equivalent to 40 mg gentamicin base) per 2 ml
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Sterile aqueous solution with preservative and pH-stabilizing agents
Side Effects:
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Common: injection site pain, local inflammation, rash
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Others: nausea, headache, fever, allergic reactions
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Serious but rare: kidney damage (nephrotoxicity), hearing loss or balance issues (ototoxicity), muscle weakness, allergic reactions
Safety Advice:
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Administer only under medical supervision via intramuscular (IM) or intravenous (IV) route
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Dosage often based on body weight and renal function
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Monitor kidney function (serum creatinine, BUN) and hearing during therapy
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Adjust or avoid use in patients with renal impairment or pre-existing hearing issues
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Caution in elderly, newborns, and pregnant women (risk of fetal harm)
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Maintain hydration to reduce kidney toxicity; avoid concurrent nephrotoxic drugs
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Report symptoms like hearing loss, ringing in ears, dizziness, or unusual fatigue
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Store in a cool, dark place (2–8 °C); keep out of children’s reach
