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GENTAMIDE DM - Gentamicin + Dexamethasone Eye Drops
Composition  
Gentamicin Sulphate I.P.  
Equivalent to Gentamicin Base 0.3% w/v
Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate I.P. 0.1% w/v
Benzalkonium Chloride Solution I.P.  
Equivalent to Benzalkonium Chloride 0.01% w/v
(As Preservative)  
Aqueous Base q.s.
Dosage Form
Ophthalmic Solution (Eye Drops)
Category
Antibiotic + Steroid
Description
Gentamicin is a aminoglycoside antibiotic used to treat ocular infection by inhibiting the protein synthesis of the bacteria & Dexamethasone is a topical steroid used to treat ocular inflammation by inhibiting the inflammatory mediators.
Indications

Gentamide  DM  is indicated to treat ocular infection & inflammation.
Dosage
The recommended dosage is one to two drops 4 times a day in the affected eye or as directed by the physician.
Contraindications
Gentamide DM is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to any of its components.
Precautions
Pregnanacy
Gentamide DM should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus.

Nursing Mothers 
Systemic absorption of Gentamide DM may occur when applied topically. Because of the potential for serious, adverse reactions in nursing infants from Gentamide DM, a decision should be made whether to discontinue nursing or to discontinue the drug, taking into account the importance of the drug to the mother.

Pediatric Use
No overall difference in safety or effectiveness have been observed between elderly and younger, adult patients.
Adverse Effects
The most frequently reported drug related adverse reaction was local burning or discomfort.
Storage
Store in a cool & dark place
Presentation
Gentamide DM is available in 5 ml plastic bottle.