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Product introduction

Gental Cream is an antibiotic used to treat minor skin infections (eg. folliculitis). It may also be used to treat infected cuts and wounds. This medicine stops the bacteria from growing, which helps to resolve your symptoms and cure the underlying infection.

Gental Cream is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body

Uses of Gental Cream

Benefits of Gental Cream

In Bacterial skin infections

Gental Cream is an antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of infection-causing bacteria on your skin. It prevents the synthesis of essential proteins necessary for the survival of bacteria. It is effective against skin infections such as boils, impetigo, and infected hair follicles. It may also be used to treat infections in small cuts or wounds on your skin. This treatment has few common side effects and should clear up infections within a few days, but you should keep using it for as long as it is prescribed.

Side effects of Gental Cream

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 side effects of Gental

  • Application site irritation

How to use Gental Cream

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

Safety advice

Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Gental Cream may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Gental Cream is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Gental Cream?

If you miss a dose of Gental Cream, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

  • You have been prescribed Gental Cream for the treatment of skin infections.
  • You may have to use it for a long time before your skin infection starts to improve. Be patient and keep using it every day.
  • It may cause minor burning, stinging, or irritation when applied. Inform your doctor if this does not go away
  • Avoid contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth. Rinse it off with water if you accidentally get the cream in these areas.
  • If you think the area of skin you are treating has become more irritated and infected, you should stop using Gental Cream and consult your doctor.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Aminoglycosides
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
DERMA
Action Class
Aminoglycosides

Patient concerns

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Fungal infection on gental side around testes
Dr. Atul Jain
Dermatology
Onabet cream twice a day for few days
Skin showing red marks after gental touch . Allergy from deodorant as well as perfume
Dr. Atula Gupta
Dermatology
Kindly send pictures of affected area for better diagnosis and treatment.
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FAQs

What is Gental Cream? What is it used for?

Gental Cream is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial skin infections. It may also be used to treat infected cuts and wounds. Gental Cream stops the growth of bacteria, which helps to resolve the symptoms.

Is Gental Cream effective?

Gental Cream is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Gental Cream too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

How to use Gental Cream?

Before using Gental Cream, clean and dry the affected area. Gently and thoroughly massage it into the skin. Be careful not to get the medication in your eyes or mouth. If Gental Cream gets in your eyes accidentally, wash with plenty of water and call your doctor if your eyes are irritated.

What precautions do I need to take while using Gental Cream?

Be careful not to get Gental Cream into your eyes or mouth. If you happen to get it in your eyes, rinse off with plenty of water immediately and contact your doctor. You must not use Gental Cream if you are allergic to it or any of its ingredients. Tell your doctor if you notice any allergic reaction while using it for the first time. Inform your doctor if you are taking any medicines regularly to prevent any allergic reaction with other medicines. Do not cover the area being treated with Gental Cream with a bandage, as this may increase absorption of this medicine and increase the side effects. Do not use more than what is recommended to relieve your symptoms faster. Using more than what is advised will only increase the side effects. Let your doctor know if you are planning to conceive. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should use Gental Cream only if prescribed by the doctor.

What should I do if I forget to use Gental Cream?

If you forget to use Gental Cream, do not worry and continue using Gental Cream as soon as you remember. However, if you are not sure and have any other doubts, please consult your doctor.

Is Gental Cream safe?

Gental Cream is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
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Address: Plot No. 08, Industrial Area, Phase-1, Panchkula-134113 (Haryana)
Country of origin: India

MRP
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15.0 gm in 1 tube
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