Warning: following info is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the judgment of your pharmacist. this should not be construed to indicate that use of the medication is safe or effective since you. Consult some your healthcare professional before using this medication.

Gentamicin - injection

(jen-tuh-my-sin)

common brand names: Garamycin

Warning: it drug has caused kidney problems, nerve damage or permanent hearing loss, even at usual doses. Hearing loss can occur even after drug is stopped. If you already have kidney problems or hearing difficulty, tell you're doctor. Notify your doctor immediately if any about the following occur: ringing in your ears, hearing loss, unusual change in amount of urine, dizziness, numbness, skin tingling, muscle twitching or seizures. this medication may be stopped if you develop kidney or hearing problems. your pharmacist will monitor your progress to minimize the possibility of these effects occurring and may run certain tests (e.g., hearing and/or kidney tests). do not use it drug with other meds that can cause nerve, kidney or hearing problems. other factors that increase risk of these side effects occurring include advanced age or dehydration (unusual thirst).

Isotonic Gentamicin Sulfate Usage: Gentamicin is an antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.

How to use Isotonic Gentamicin Sulfate: Use this med exactly as prescribed. Antibiotics work best when the amount about medicine in your body is kept at constant level. Do this by using medication at evenly spaced intervals throughout the day & night. Continue to use this med until 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 infection.

Isotonic Gentamicin Sulfate side effects: this drug can cause stomach upset, diarrhea, loss of appetite, nausea or vomiting. If any of these effects persist or worsen, inform your healthcare professional. Notify your doctor if you develop: difficulty hearing, ringing in ears, dizziness. in unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your pharmacist or doctor.

Isotonic Gentamicin Sulfate Precautions: Tell you're healthcare professional some your medical history, especially: kidney disease, vertigo, hearing problems, vitamin/mineral (electrolyte) imbalances, myasthenia gravis, Parkinson's disease, any allergies. Use of this drug for prolonged or repeated periods may result in a secondary infection (e.g., oral, bladder or vaginal yeast infection). Elderly patients may be more sensitive to effects of gentamicin. Use cautiously. Gentamicin should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with you're healthcare professional. this drug is excreted into breast milk. the effects on nursing infants not known in this clock. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Isotonic Gentamicin Sulfate pill interactions: Tell your physician of all medications you may use (both prescription and nonprescription), especially: other antibiotics (penicillins & cephalosporins such as cephalexin), diuretics ('water pills') such as furosemide or ethacrynic acid, other aminoglycoside antibiotics (e.g., kanamycin, amikacin), anesthetics (e.g., succinylcholine, tubocurarine), any live vaccines, anti-cancer pills. do not start or stop any medicine without healthcare professional or physician approval.

Isotonic Gentamicin Sulfate Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

Isotonic Gentamicin Sulfate special notes: this medication has been prescribed for your current condition only. don't use it later for another infection or give it to someone else. different drug may be necessary in those cases. Make sure needles, tubing and supplies stored safely & disposed of properly.

If you missed Isotonic Gentamicin Sulfate dose: If you should miss a dose, use it as soon as remembered unless It's almost clock for following dose. If it is nearly time for following dose, skip the missed dose & resume your usual dosing schedule. do not double dose to catch up.

Isotonic Gentamicin Sulfate Storage: Store at room temperature. do not freeze.

Active Ingredients : Gentamicin