GENTICYN DROPS 5ML belongs to the aminoglycoside antibiotic primarily used to treat bacterial infections eye and ear, conjunctivitis (pink eye) and otitis externa (redness and swelling of the external ear canal). Conjunctivitis is the infection of the outer white membrane of the eyeball. This infection is highly contagious in nature and can pass on to another. Otitis externa is a bacterial infection of the external ear canal.

GENTICYN DROPS 5ML contains Gentamicin, which helps in treating and preventing a wide range of bacterial infections. It kills bacteria (bactericidal action) by preventing the synthesis of proteins required by bacteria, which is essential for the bacterial cell's growth and survival. GENTICYN DROPS 5ML has a broad spectrum of antibacterial activity against aerobic gram-positive and aerobic gram-negative bacteria (that live in oxygen). Benzalkonium acts as a preservative in the formulation.

GENTICYN DROPS 5ML should be used as advised by your doctor. It is an external preparation intended for use in the eyes and ears. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects, such as eye/ear burning sensation, ear pain, irritation during administration, and blurred vision. Most of these side effects of GENTICYN DROPS 5ML do not require medical attention and gradually subside over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

GENTICYN DROPS 5ML contains benzalkonium as a preservative, so it may cause eye irritation, especially if you have dry eyes or disorders of the cornea (the clear layer at the front of the eye). If you feel stinging or pain in the eye and abnormal eye sensation after using this medicine, please inform your doctor. Do not use GENTICYN DROPS 5ML on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic resistance. GENTICYN DROPS 5ML must not be used in the ear if the eardrum is damaged in any way. Consult your doctor before using GENTICYN DROPS 5ML if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. GENTICYN DROPS 5ML is not recommended for children unless prescribed by a doctor. GENTICYN DROPS 5ML may cause temporary vision problems (blurred vision), so be cautious while driving and operating machinery or avoid doing such activities.

GENTICYN DROPS 5ML is used to treat various bacterial infections of the eye and ears. GENTICYN DROPS 5ML consists of Gentamicin, an aminoglycoside antibiotic. It kills bacteria (bactericidal action) by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria, which is essential for the bacterial cell's growth and survival. GENTICYN DROPS 5ML may also help to prevent an infection after an eye injury or surgery.

• Irritation 
• Burning sensation
• Blurred vision

Do not take GENTICYN DROPS 5ML if you are allergic or have had a severe reaction to the aminoglycosides antibiotics like gentamicin, tobacco, amikacin, streptomycin, and kanamycin. The GENTICYN DROPS 5ML contains benzalkonium as a preservative that may be absorbed by soft contact lenses and change contact lens colours. You should not wear contact lenses while you have bacterial conjunctivitis symptoms or while you are using GENTICYN DROPS 5ML. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment, even if you feel better, without asking your doctor, as your symptoms may come back and may even worsen your condition. Inform your doctor if your symptoms do not improve within two days of starting treatment, if they worsen during treatment or if you get another eye or ear infection. If you have ruptured the eardrum, please do not use GENTICYN DROPS 5ML unless prescribed. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking GENTICYN DROPS 5ML. Do not use GENTICYN DROPS 5ML on children unless prescribed by the doctor. GENTICYN DROPS 5ML may cause blurred vision sometimes, so it is advised not to drive a car or operate machinery after administrating it.   

Drug-Drug Interactions: GENTICYN DROPS 5ML interacts with antibiotics (cephalexin, cefadroxil, cephradine, besifloxacin, gatifloxacin, amikacin, tobramycin), muscle relaxants (atracurium, pancuronium, vecuronium), immunosuppressive agent (ciclosporin), anticancer (cisplatin), diuretics (furosemide, ethacrynic acid), antifungal (amphotericin).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interaction found.

Drug-Disease Interactions: GENTICYN DROPS 5ML should not be given to patients with eye and ear fungal infections, holes in the eardrum, have had liver or kidney problems.

• CEFADROXIL
• BESIFLOXACIN
• GATIFLOXACIN
• AMIKACIN
• TOBRAMYCIN
• ATRACURIUM
• PANCURONIUM
• VECURONIUM
• CICLOSPORIN
• CISPLATIN
• FUROSEMIDE
• ETHACRYNIC ACID
• AMPHOTERICIN B
• CEPHALEXIN
• CEPHRADINE

• Eating probiotics and a diet rich in vitamins can help to improve eye health and ward off infection.
• Rinse your eyes regularly with clean water.
• Placing cooled tea bags on your eyes while they are closed can be a way to relax and unwind.
• Make sure you dry your ears completely after swimming or taking a shower.
• Keep your ears clean by washing them and using a cotton swab carefully.
• Eat fiber-rich food like whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas, and bananas.
• Avoid foods rich in calcium, grapefruit, and grapefruit juice, as they might hinder the absorption of antibiotics.
• Avoid the usage of tobacco and alcohol.
• To cure your condition effectually, complete the full course of GENTICYN DROPS 5ML even though you find symptomatic relief.

• Use of GENTICYN DROPS 5ML for prolonged may result in a new fungal eye infection (secondary infection). Do not use GENTICYN DROPS 5ML for longer than prescribed.
• GENTICYN DROPS 5ML should not be administered directly into the eye's anterior chamber. 
• GENTICYN DROPS 5ML must not be used in the ear if the eardrum is damaged in any way.
• It is advised to contact your doctor if the infection symptoms persist or worsen after two weeks of treatment.
• If you experience any purulent (pus-containing) discharge or your inflammation and pain increase while using GENTICYN DROPS 5ML, please discontinue the use and consult a doctor.

Conjunctivitis: Also known as pink eye, it is a condition in which the outer membrane of the eyeball gets swollen and infected. There are usually three types of conjunctivitis, namely bacterial conjunctivitis, viral conjunctivitis and allergic conjunctivitis. Common signs and symptoms include red-toned eyes with a thick discharge with intense itchiness. It is highly contagious in nature and can spread from one person to another. 

Otitis externa: It is a condition that causes inflammation (pain, redness, and swelling) of the external ear canal, which is the tube between the outer ear and eardrum. It is primarily caused by bacterial infections. Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Staphylococcus aureus the most common bacteria that cause otitis externa.