| Category of Drug | Gentamicin-Ophthalmological is Ophthalmological Preparations drug |
| Mechanism of Action | |
| Indications | Gentamicin-Ophthalmological is used for 1. Blepharitis 2. Bacterial conjunctivitis 3. Keratitis 4. Corneal ulcers |
| Well Known Pharmaceutical Brands | |
| Available dosage forms | 1.OINTMENT 2. DROPS |
| Dose | |
| Contraindications | Hypersensitivity to aminoglycoside group of antibiotics |
| Precautions | 1. Prolonged use may lead to skin sensitization and the emergence of resistant organisms including fungi 2. Discontinue if the purulent discharge 3. Inflammation or exacerbation of pain 4. The ophthalmic ointment may retard corneal healing 5. Renal Impairment 6. Interactions |
| Adverse Effects | 1. Burning 2. Stinging 3. Itching 4. Dermatitis 5. Conjunctival epithelial defects 6. Conjunctival hyperemia 7. Thrombocytopenic purpurea 8. Hallucination |
| Pregnancy Category | C |
