Gramicidin

Written By Dr. Anuj Saini

Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma

Last updated 25 Nov 2025 | 09:34 AM (UTC)

Gramicidin Uses

Gramicidin is used in the treatment of conjunctivitis.

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

Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

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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.