Gentamicin + Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose
Information about Gentamicin + Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose
Gentamicin + Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose Uses
Gentamicin+Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose is used in the treatment of bacterial infections.
How Gentamicin + Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose works
Gentamicin + Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose is a combination of two medicines: Gentamicin and Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose. Gentamicin is an antibiotic which kills bacteria by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose is a lubricant similar to natural tears. It provides temporary relief from burning and discomfort due to dryness in the eye.
Common side effects of Gentamicin + Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose
Eye redness, Irritation, Pain, Blurred vision, Foreign body sensation in eyes
Expert advice for Gentamicin + Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose
- Your doctor has prescribed Gentamicin + Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
- 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/ear, to avoid contamination.
- Talk to your doctor if your symptoms haven't started to improve within two days of starting treatment, if they get worse during treatment or if you get another eye /ear infection.
- If using Gentamicin + Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose for the eye:
- Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
- Do not wear contact lenses while using this medication.
- It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.