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Name: Gentamycin

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Indications & Dose:

Bacterial eye infections


TO THE EYE


Child: Apply 1 drop at least every 2 hours in severe infection, reduce frequency as infection is controlled and continue for 48 hours after healing, frequency of eye drops depends on the severity of the infection and the potential for irreversible ocular damage; for less severe infection 3–4 times daily is generally sufficient


Adult: Apply 1 drop at least every 2 hours, reduce frequency as infection is controlled and continue for 48 hours after healing, frequency of eye drops depends on the severity of the infection and the potential for irreversible ocular damage; for less severe infection

Contraindications:

 Hypersensitivity

Cautions:

Precautions:

 Discontinue if allergic reaction occurs. Risk of aplastic anaemia is remote but is to be borne in mind while prescribing, pregnancy and prolonged use

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