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Garamycin Cream Active Ingredients: Gentamicin Topical Representative Names: Garamycin Cream Available Product Images: What is gentamicin skin cream or ointment? What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine? How should I use this medicine? What if I miss a dose? What drug(s) may interact with gentamicin? What side effects may I notice from using gentamicin? What should I watch for while taking gentamicin? Where can I keep my medicine? What is gentamicin skin cream or ointment? (Back to top) GENTAMICIN (Garamycin®) is an aminoglycoside antibiotic. Gentamicin skin products treat superficial skin infections. Generic gentamicin skin cream or ointment is available. What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine? (Back to top) 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? (Back to top) Gentamicin cream or ointment are only for external use on the skin. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Wash hands before and after use. Apply a thin layer of the cream or ointment to the affected area as often as directed. You can cover the area with a sterile gauze dressing (bandage). Use your doses at regular intervals. It is important to use this medicine for the full course of treatment, even if you think your condition is better. Do not stop using except on your prescriber's advice. What if I miss a dose? (Back to top) If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, use only that dose. Do not use double or extra doses. What drug(s) may interact with gentamicin? (Back to top) Do not use any other skin products on the affected area of skin without consulting your prescriber or health care professional. Check before stopping or starting any of your medicines or non-prescription products. What side effects may I notice from using gentamicin? (Back to top) Possible serious side effects with gentamicin are rare from the use of skin products, they include: •difficulty hearing •dizziness •increased thirst •loss of balance •muscle weakness •nausea •pain or difficulty passing urine •ringing in the ears Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your prescriber or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome): •skin irritation Let your prescriber or health care professional know about this side effect if it does not go away or if it annoys you. What should I watch for while taking gentamicin? (Back to top) Tell your prescriber or health care professional if your skin condition does not improve in a week. Gentamicin can make certain skin conditions worse. Only use it for conditions for which your prescriber or health care professional has prescribed. To prevent the spread of infection, do not share skin products, or share towels and washcloths with anyone else. Where can I keep my medicine? (Back to top) Keep out of the reach of children. Store between 2 and 30 degrees C (36 and 86 degrees F); do not freeze. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date. Last Updated:08/09/2004 CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY© GOLD STANDARD MULTIMEDIA INC, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED

Note: The above information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist, or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that the use of the product is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before taking the product.