Gentamicin Ophthalmic - Drug Information
Generic Name : Gentamicin Ophthalmic
Pronunciation : (jen ta mye' sin)
ICD Code : Y40.5 | Therapeutic Classification : Antibiotics
Trade Name(s) :
India - Gentasia� [Eye/Ear Drops], Gentasporin-Hc� [Eye Drops], Genticyn Eye/Ear� [Eye/Ear Soln], Gerocin Dps� [Eye Drops], Optocin� [Drops], Progen Eye� [Drops], Tamigen� [Eye/Ear Drops], Gentasone, Andregen, Gentin, Clobetamil -G, Betanate Q, Clobate -G, Kloryl G, Cosvate G (15 gm), Pyricort, Gentariv -2, Genticyn B, Garsyn, Genta Cort B, Lupiderm -G, Gentopic, Betagel -G (20 gm), Cortiderm -G, Beacon -G, Azonate G, Dermonate G, Carebet -G, Dipgenta, Dibederm -GInternational - Garamycin Ophthalmic, Gentak, Gentasol, Ocu-Mycin, Genoptic, Gentacidin.
Why is Gentamicin Ophthalmic Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is an antibiotic, used to treat bacterial infections of the eyes. It works by killing the bacteria that causes infection.
When should Gentamicin Ophthalmic not to be taken? (Contraindications)
Hypersensitivity.
What is the dosage of Gentamicin Ophthalmic ?
Gentamicin Sterile Ophthalmic Solution: Instill one or two drops into the affected eye every 4 hours.
How should Gentamicin Ophthalmic be taken?
It comes as eye drops and ointment to instill into the affected eyes as directed by your physician.
What are the warnings and precautions for Gentamicin Ophthalmic ?
*It may cause blurred vision, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.*It may cause harm if it is swallowed.
*Avoid long-term use of this medication; otherwise it may cause secondary infection.
*Caution should be exercised in patients with history of any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.