Warning: the next following info is intended to supplement, not substitute for, expertise of your physician. this should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe or effective for you. Consult youre pharmacist before using this drug.

Antibacterials - ophthalmic, otic

Simular Drugs : Garamycin, Garamycin

Garamycin Usage: this med is used to treat infections of the eye (ophthalmic) or ear (otic).

How to use Garamycin: Use this as prescribed. Continue using this for full time prescribed. Stopping therapy too soon may result in reinfection. To apply eye or ear medication, wash hands first. To avoid contamination, be careful not to touch the dropper or tube or let it touch affected area. Shake drops well before using. Hold ointment tube at you're hand for a few minutes to make med flow easier. EYE med: Tilt some your head back, gaze upward & pull down the lower eyelid to make pouch. for drops, place dropper directly over eye & administer prescribed number about drops. watch downward & gently close your eye for 1 to 2 minutes. With eye ointment, place drug inside lower lid using a sweeping motion. Close eye & roll the eyeball. Remove excess ointment with tissue. Try not to blink and do not rub the eye. If you are using another kind about eye medication, wait five to ten minutes before applying. EAR medication: Lie on your side or turn the affected ear upward to make application easier. Place the prescribed number of drops in ear. Avoid touching ear canal. Keep ear tilted for one to two minutes. small piece about clean cotton may be placed in ear to prevent drops from escaping.

Garamycin side effects: it medication may temporarily sting when 1st applied. If it effect persists or worsens, inform your doctor promptly. in unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to it drug, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, redness, swelling or discharge (including the eye or ear area), trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact youre pharmacist or pharmacist.

Garamycin Precautions: Tell some your pharmacist your medical history, especially: every previous eye or ear problems, if you use contact lenses, any allergies. Vision may be temporarily blurred after applying eye medication. Use caution driving or performing duties requiring clear vision. this & all tablets should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy or when breast-feeding. Consult with your doctor if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.

Garamycin drug interactions: Tell your pharmacist of every medications you may use (both prescription & nonprescription), especially of: silver preparations, every other eye or ear antibiotic or corticosteroid (e.g., hydrocortisone) medications. do not start or stop any medicine without pharmacist or pharmacist approval.

Garamycin Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact youre local poison control center or emergency room immediately. this medicine may be harmful if swallowed.

Garamycin special notes: Throw away any unused chapter of your prescription. do not save it to use for another infection. don't allow anyone else to use it tablet. infection may spread to another people if you accidentally contaminate medication.

If you missed Garamycin dose: If you miss dose, apply it as soon as remembered; don't use if this is almost time for following dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume you're usual dosing schedule. do not 'double-up' dose to catch up.

Garamycin Storage: Depending upon the manufacturer, product may be stored at room temperature or refrigerated. Ask your healthcare professional. do not store in bathroom. do not freeze.

Active Ingredients : Antibacterials