Drug name: Gentamicin
Other names used:
- Alcomicin®
- Diogent®
- G-myticin®
- Garamycin®
- Genoptic®
- Gentacidin®
- Gentak®
- Gentamicin Injection USP®
- SAB-Gentamicin®
Active Ingredients:
- Gentamicin
Therapeutic effect of Gentamicin: Gentamicin is an aminoglycoside antibiotic and it is used to treat infections. It works by interjection in the process of protein synthesis and it binds itself to the 30S bacterial ribosome. The drug is injected intravenously, intramuscularly or cutaneous in the body. Oral ingestion of the drug is ineffective because the drug does not reach the liver.
Indications: Gentamicin eliminates gram negative and positive bacterial strains. It can be used to treat infections in:
- inflammation of the inside lining of the heart chambers and endocardium
- blood
- kidney
- gall bladder and bile duct
- lung
- bacterial prostatitis
Precautions and Restrictions: Patients suffering from any of the following conditions should not be prescribed or use Gentamicin:
- high sensitivity to any ingredient of this drug
- any kind of Kidney disease
- hearing problem
- parkinson's disease
- disorders that affect the nerves controlling the body's voluntary muscles
- any stage of pregnancy
- are in a Lactation period
Side Effects: The common side-effects of Gentamicin are:
- Upset stomach
- Vomiting
- Fatigue and sleepiness
- Pale skin
A patient taking Gentamicin might have no side effects at all. However, each person reacts differently to the medicine and if you experience any of the following side effects you should consult a doctor or the nearest health care facility immediately.
- Dizziness
- Vertigo
- Ear ringing
- Loss of hearing
- Numbness in body parts
- Myasthenia or muscle weakness
- Breathing problems
- Decreased urination
- Rash
- Itching
Apart from these, some patients have also complained about side effects such as irritation, swelling, pain etc. Ask your doctor about the side effects. You can also contact the manufacturer and get a list of possible adverse reactions.
Interactions: Before administrating Gentamicin tell the doctor or the pharmacist if you are:
- Allergic to any drugs or combinations
- Have been taking herbal medicines
- Present prescriptions such as Diuretics, antibiotics, antimycotics etc.
Additional Information: Do not share the prescription with anyone else. This medicine is only meant to treat infections and should not be used to treat other conditions. Keep out of the reach of children. Store the Medicines, needles and syringes in a clean and dry place. Needles, syringes and other material such as gloves and cotton balls should be disposed of properly and not used again.
