Gentin 10g Cream

Indication
Gentamicin cream is indicated for the topical treatment of the primary and secondary bacterial infections of the skin caused by the organisms sensitive to Gentamicin. Gentamicin may clear infections that have not responded to other topical antibiotics.

Pharmacology
Gentamicin is a preparation of Gentamicin Sulphate which is a water soluble antibiotic of the aminoglycoside group, active against a wide variety of pathogenic Gram-positive and Gram-negative microorganisms.

Dosage
A small amount of Gentamicin should be applied gently to the affected areas three to four times daily. The area treated may be covered with a gauze dressing if desired. Before applying the medication the affected area should be properly cleaned.

Interaction

Contradiction
Gentamicin is contraindicated in individuals with a history of hypersensitivity to any of its components.

Side Effect
Gentamicin cream is well tolerated. There has been no evidence of irritation and sensitization after using Gentamicin cream.

Pregnancy

Precaution
Use of topical antibiotics occasionally cause overgrowth of nonsusceptible organisms including fungi. If this occurs or if irritation, sensitisation or super infection develops, treatment with Gentamicin should be discontinued and appropriate therapy should be instituted.

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