Drug Identity
Active Ingredient
Gentamycin
Drug Class
Corticosteroid Combinations, Topical
Chemical Class
Aminoglycoside
Pharmacological Group
on the basis of mechanism of action
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Uses
Gentamicin is an antibiotic that fights bacteria. Gentamicin is used to treat severe or serious bacterial infections. Gentamicin may also...
How It Works
Chemical Class
Aminoglycoside
Pharmacological Group
on the basis of mechanism of action
Gentamicin (Sulphate) are the derivatives of Gentamicin. It is of Semi Synthetic origin and belongs to Aminoglycoside. It belongs to Protein synthesis inhibitor, pharmacological group on the basis of mechanism of action.
How to Take It
1
Adult · Intra Thecal
4 to 8 mg — As recommended.
As Required
2
Adult · IV,IM
3 to 5 mg/kg — As recommended.
In 3-4 divided doses for 7-10 days. Doses vary according to indication.
3
Adult · Otic
0.3 % — 6 hourly
1-2 drops
4
Adult · PO
1.5 mg/kg/dose — As recommended.
For prevention of becterial endocarditis. NOT to exceed 80 mg with ampicillin (1-2g). 30 minutes prior to procedures.
5
Adult · Topical
0.3 % — 8 hourly
Or twice a day if needed.
6
Adult
Scraped Dose
Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not use this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Gentamicin is usually given for 7 to 10 days. Gentamicin is i
7
Child · Ear
0.3 % — 6 hourly
-
8
Child · Intra Muscular
2 to 1.5 mg/kg — 8 hourly
9
Child · Intra Venous
2.5 mg/kg — 8 hourly
-
10
Child · Opthalmic
0.3 % — 6 hourly
-
11
Child · Topical
0.3 % — 6 hourly
-
Safety Alerts
Acne, perioral dermatitis, potent corticosteroids in widespread plaque psoriasis, rosacea, untreated viral skin lesions
Important Warnings
Avoid prolonged use, keep away from eyes, under specialist supervision in psoriasis (can result in rebound relapse, development of generalized pustular psoriasis, and local and systemic toxicity)
Do not use steroid as sole therapy in psoriasis
Do not use steroids to treat diaper dermatoses in infants
If local irritation develops discontinue use
Side Effects
Burningitchingirritationerythemadrynessfolliculitishypertrichosispruritusacneiform eruptionshypo-pigmentationperi-oral dermatitisallergic contact dermatitismaceration of the skinthinning of the skin (the original structure may never return)worsening of acne and rosacea
Drug Interactions
Gentamicin can harm your kidneys. This effect is increased when you also use certain other medicines
including: antivirals
chemotherapy
injected antibiotics
medicine for bowel disorders
medicine to prevent organ transplant rejection
injectable osteoporosis medication
and some pain or arthritis medicines (including aspirin
Storage
Inj, Eye Drops, Skin Oint or Cream Store at room temperature, Below 30°C. Do not Freeze.
Price Intelligence
Rs 123.5
DVAGO observed price · as of 30 July 2026
Rs 123.5 per unit
No approved ceiling matched to this exact pack and strength.
Prices across sources
ServaidRs 60.58
DVAGORs 123.5
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