What is Gentamicin Cream?
GENTAMICIN is an aminoglycoside antibiotic. It is used to treat certain kinds of bacterial skin infections. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions. What should I tell my health care providers before I take this medicine? They need to know if you have any of these conditions: • an unusual or allergic reaction to gentamicin or other antibiotics, sulfites, foods, dyes or preservatives • pregnant or trying to get pregnant • breast-feeding How should I use this medicine? This medicine is only for external use only. Do not take by mouth. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Wash hands before and after use. Apply a thin layer to the affected area as often as directed. You can cover the area with a sterile gauze dressing (bandage). Do not get this medicine in your eyes. If you do, rinse out with plenty of cool tap water. Use this medicine at regular intervals. Do not use more often than directed. Finish the fu
