Gentamicin Ophthalmic

Gentamicin Ophthalmic Ingredients: Gentamicin Ophthalmic Drops
Representative Names: Garamycin Opthalmic, Genoptic, Gentacidin, Gentafair, Gentak, Gentamicin Ophthalmic, Ocu-Mycin
Generic Available ? A generic alternative may be available. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Who is Gentamicin Ophthalmic for ?

Gentamicin kills bacteria that cause certain eye infections. this medication is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

When should I be careful taking Gentamicin Ophthalmic ?

Before using gentamicin eyedrops or eye ointment,

tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to gentamicin, other antibiotics, or any other drugs.
tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications you are taking, especially other eye medications, and vitamins.
tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while using gentamicin, call your doctor immediately.
tell your doctor if you wear soft contact lenses. If the brand of gentamicin you are using contains benzalkonium chloride, wait at least 15 minutes after using the medicine to put in soft contact lenses.

Side Effects

Although side effects from gentamicin are not common, they can occur. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:

eye irritation, burning, or stinging
swelling of the eye