Gentamicin + Dexamethasone
Information about Gentamicin + Dexamethasone
Gentamicin + Dexamethasone Uses
Gentamicin+Dexamethasone is used in the treatment of bacterial eye infections.
How Gentamicin + Dexamethasone works
Gentamicin + Dexamethasone is a combination of two medicines: Gentamicin and Dexamethasone. Gentamicin is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Dexamethasone is a steroid medicine. It blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that cause redness, swelling and itching.
Common side effects of Gentamicin + Dexamethasone
Eye irritation, Eye discomfort
Available Medicine for Gentamicin + Dexamethasone
GlycortTorque Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
₹111 variant(s)
Genticare DGlenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹91 variant(s)
Gentadrops DChethana Pharmaceuticals
₹151 variant(s)
Gentakem DAlkem Laboratories Ltd
₹461 variant(s)
Debec GDEO Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
₹491 variant(s)
Gencin DMTaurus Laboratories Pvt Ltd
₹81 variant(s)
Biodexone GBiochem Pharmaceutical Industries
₹91 variant(s)
GencodexTechnopharm Pvt Ltd
₹121 variant(s)
Gentapen DMorepen Laboratories Ltd
₹91 variant(s)
Expert advice for Gentamicin + Dexamethasone
- Gentamicin + Dexamethasone is used for the treatment of bacterial skin infections.
- It should be applied to the affected areas as a thin film, two or three times daily, or as advised by your doctor.
- Do not use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
- Do not apply it to broken skin and avoid getting it in your eyes, nose or mouth.
- Do not cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor, as this may increase the risk of side effects.
- It may cause temporary burning, itching or a redness at application site. This is usually mild. Consult your doctor if you experience a more severe reaction.
- Inform your doctor if your skin problem hasn't improved after seven days of treatment.