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Gramicidin
INFORMATION ABOUT GRAMICIDIN
Gramicidin Uses
Gramicidin is used in the treatment of bacterial infections of urinary tract, conjunctivitis, tuberculosis and bacterial skin infections.
How Gramicidin works
Gramicidin is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming their own protective covering (cell wall) which is required for their survival in the human body.
Common side effects of Gramicidin
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common
Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
CONTENT DETAILS
Written By
Dr. Anuj Saini
MMST, MBBS
Reviewed By
Dr. Rajeev Sharma
MBA, MBBS
Last updated
10 Mar 2025 | 04:29 AM (UTC)
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Expert advice for Gramicidin
  • You have been prescribed Gramicidin for the treatment of bacterial infections of the eye.
  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
  • Do not touch the tip to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contamination.
  • Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
  • It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.
  • Do not wear contact lenses until your infection clears up.
  • Throw away any medicine left at the end of the prescribed course.