Gentamicin - Gentamicin - Injection Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Gentamicin.
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Usage Instructions

• Use this medication exactly as prescribed.
• Antibiotics work best when the amount of medicine in your body is kept at a constant level.
• Do this by using the medication at evenly spaced intervals throughout the day and night.
• Continue to use this medication until the full prescribed amount is finished even if symptoms disappear after a few days.
• Stopping the medication too early may allow bacteria to continue to grow resulting in a relapse of the infection.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of all the medications you may use (both prescription and nonprescription), especially.

Medicinal Applications

• Gentamicin is an antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.

Gentamicin Miscellaneous Notes

• This medication has been prescribed for your current condition only.
• Do not use it later for another infection or give it to someone else.
• A different medication may be necessary in those cases.
• Make sure needles, tubing and supplies are stored safely and disposed of properly.

Warning

• This drug has caused kidney problems, nerve damage or permanent hearing loss, even at usual doses.
• Hearing loss can occur even after the drug is stopped.
• If you already have kidney problems or hearing difficulty, tell your doctor.
• Notify your doctor immediately if any of the following occur.

Gentamicin Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature.
• Do not freeze.

Possible Side Effects

• This medication may cause stomach upset, diarrhea, loss of appetite, nausea or vomiting.
• If any of these effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor.
• Notify your doctor if you develop.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you should miss a dose, use it as soon as remembered unless it is almost time for the next dose.
• If it is nearly time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not double the dose to catch up.

Read Before Using Gentamicin (precautions)

• Tell your doctor your medical history, especially.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.