Gentamicin 80mg Injection

Gentamicin Injection is an aminoglycoside antibiotic used to treat serious bacterial infections caused by Gram-negative and some Gram-positive bacteria. It is administered intramuscularly (IM) or intravenously (IV) under medical supervision, particularly in hospital settings for conditions like sepsis, urinary tract infections, and respiratory infections.

Key Benefits

• Broad-Spectrum Antibiotic: Effective against a wide range of bacterial infections.
• Fast-Acting: Quickly inhibits bacterial growth, making it suitable for severe infections.
• Versatile Use: Treats infections in multiple systems, including respiratory, urinary, and skin infections.
• Adjunct Therapy: Often used with other antibiotics for enhanced effectiveness in serious infections.

Common Uses

• Severe Systemic Infections: Such as sepsis and endocarditis.
• Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs): Particularly complicated or hospital-acquired infections.
• Respiratory Tract Infections: Including pneumonia caused by susceptible bacteria.
• Skin and Soft Tissue Infections: Treats wound infections, cellulitis, and abscesses.
• Intra-Abdominal Infections: Including peritonitis.

How to Use

1. Administration:
   • Administered via IM or IV injection by a healthcare professional.
   • IV infusions are given over 30-60 minutes to ensure proper absorption and reduce side effects.
2. Dosage:
   • Adults: 3-5 mg/kg body weight daily, divided into 2-3 doses.
   • Children: 2-2.5 mg/kg per dose every 8 hours, depending on the severity of the infection.
   • Neonates: 2.5 mg/kg every 12-24 hours.
3. Duration:
   • Typically administered for 7-10 days, depending on the infection and response to treatment.

Precautions

• Possible Side Effects:
  • Common: Pain at the injection site, nausea, or mild rash.
  • Serious: Hearing loss, kidney dysfunction, or dizziness due to toxicity. Notify your doctor immediately if these occur.
• Monitoring Required: Regularly check kidney function and hearing during treatment to prevent toxicity.
• Avoid in Certain Conditions:
  • Not suitable for patients with severe kidney impairment unless closely monitored.
  • Use with caution in the elderly or those with existing hearing loss.
• Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: Use only if prescribed by a healthcare provider, as gentamicin may pose risks to the fetus or infant.
• Drug Interactions: Inform your doctor about other medications, especially diuretics, other antibiotics, or drugs that affect kidney function.

Storage

• Store Properly: Keep at room temperature (15°C-25°C) and protect from light.
• Do Not Freeze: Freezing can degrade the medication.
• Keep Out of Reach of Children: Ensure secure storage.

Gentamicin Injection is a powerful antibiotic for treating severe bacterial infections. Always ensure administration is handled by a qualified healthcare professional and follow the prescribed course for safe and effective treatment.