Gentamycin 80 mg / 2 ml

Indication

Aminoglycoside antibiotic indicated for the treatment of serious infections caused by susceptible Gram-negative organisms, including urinary tract, respiratory tract, skin and soft tissue, bone, and intra-abdominal infections, and septicaemia.

Ingredients

• Gentamicin Sulphate 80 mg per 2 ml ampoule

Direction

For IM or IV injection. Dose and duration as directed by the physician.

Side effects

• Nephrotoxicity (renal impairment
• especially with prolonged use).
• Ototoxicity including hearing loss
• tinnitus or vertigo.
• Neuromuscular blockade in susceptible patients.
• Pain or induration at the injection site.
• Allergic skin reactions
• stop use and consult a doctor or pharmacist if a reaction occurs.

Precautions

• Prescription antibiotic
• use only under medical supervision.
• Do not use in patients with known hypersensitivity to aminoglycosides.
• Use with caution in patients with renal impairment
• hearing or vestibular disorders
• or neuromuscular disease.
• Monitor serum drug levels during prolonged therapy.
• Consult a doctor or pharmacist before use
• especially during pregnancy or breastfeeding
• and stop if irritation or allergy occurs.