Product Name
Gentacin, Eye Ointment, For Bacterial Infections - 5 Gm
 
Scientific Name
Gentamicin 0.03% Eye Ointment
 
Category Of Gentacin Eye Ointment
Eye Antibiotics
 
Mechanism Of Action Of Gentamicin
Gentamicin is bactericidal and is a broad spectrum antibiotic that is used for different bacterial infections
Gentamicin acts by inhibiting the protein synthesis of the bacteria by acting on the ribosome
 
Therapeutic Indications Of Gentacin Eye Ointment
It used to treat certain superficial infections of the eye caused by bacteria.
Prompt reduction of inflammation
 
Method Of Administration Of Gentacin Eye Ointment
Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.
Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
Eye preparation are usually sterile, so ensure that the container is not damaged before use and also replace the cap after taking your dose.
Wash your hands well before use
Remove the outer cap. You may find it easier to apply your ointment in front of a mirror.
Tilt the head back and pull the lower lid of the eye out to form a pocket
Hold the tube between the thumb and middle finger of the other hand, turn the tube upside
down near to the eye, try not to touch the eye with the nozzle
Place about half an inch of the ointment into the pocket formed between the lid and the eye
Blink the eye a few times
Repeat in the other eye if you have been told to use the Eye Ointment in both eyes
Replace the outer cap on the tube, trying not to touch the applicator tip with anything, including the eye or the fingers
Wash your hands after use
Doses may change from patient to patient based on your age, your medical condition and whether or not you are taking other medicines, so always follow your physician instruction
Doses may change from patient to patient based on your age, your medical condition and whether or not you are taking other medicines, so always follow your physician instruction
Doses may be changed in special conditions so always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions.
If you take more than you should, talk to a doctor or go to the hospital straight away.
If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember it unless it is nearly time for your next dose.
Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for the forgotten dose.