Genticyn Eye Drop 5 mL (0.3%+0.02%)

Genticyn Eye Drop 5 mL (0.3%+0.02%) is a prescription eye drop containing gentamicin, an aminoglycoside antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections of the eye. Each 5 mL bottle delivers a 0.3% gentamicin ophthalmic solution, with the added 0.02% formulation component as supplied in this product. It is used for susceptible bacterial eye conditions such as conjunctivitis, blepharitis, and other external eye infections when your clinician believes an antibiotic eye drop is appropriate.

How it works: Gentamicin stops susceptible bacteria from making the proteins they need to grow and multiply, which helps clear the infection. As an eye drop, Genticyn Eye Drop 5 mL (0.3%+0.02%) works locally on the surface of the eye with minimal systemic exposure when used correctly.

This Genticyn Eye Drop 5 mL (0.3%+0.02%) is a standard prescription eye-drop presentation, so it is suited to patients who need an antibiotic directly in the eye rather than by mouth. Because this is a 5 mL bottle, it is practical for short treatment courses and repeated dosing as directed by a doctor; the exact schedule depends on the infection being treated and how severe it is.

• Bacterial conjunctivitis
• Blepharitis caused by susceptible bacteria
• External eye infection
• Antibiotic treatment for the eye surface
• Doctor-directed treatment of bacterial eye irritation

• Wash your hands before using Genticyn Eye Drop 5 mL (0.3%+0.02%).
• Tilt your head back, pull down the lower eyelid, and place the prescribed number of drops into the eye without touching the dropper tip.
• Close your eye gently for 1 to 2 minutes after instilling the drops; do not rub the eye.
• If you use other eye medicines, wait at least 5 to 10 minutes between products unless your prescriber tells you otherwise.
• Remove soft contact lenses before using the drops and do not wear them during an active eye infection unless your doctor says it is okay.
• Use it exactly on the schedule your doctor prescribes, even if symptoms improve early.

Genticyn Eye Drop 5 mL (0.3%+0.02%) provides 5 mL of ophthalmic solution in each bottle, and the dose is measured in drops rather than by body weight. The usual frequency is decided by the doctor based on the infection and response to treatment; there is no universal maximum per day because eye-drop dosing is individualized, and more frequent use does not always mean better results.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Gentamicin may include:

• Temporary burning or stinging right after instillation
• Eye irritation or redness
• Blurred vision for a short time after the drop
• Watery eyes
• Itching or mild discomfort in the eye
• Unpleasant taste after use

• Use only in the eye; do not swallow or inject Genticyn Eye Drop 5 mL (0.3%+0.02%).
• Do not use if you have a known allergy to gentamicin or other aminoglycoside antibiotics unless a clinician specifically advises it.
• This product is for bacterial eye infections and will not treat viral or fungal eye problems.
• Contact lens wear may worsen irritation and can trap infection; ask your doctor when you can restart lenses.
• If symptoms do not improve or get worse after a few days, you should be rechecked.
• Tell your prescriber if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have had repeated eye infections.
• Use caution when driving or reading immediately after dosing because temporary blurred vision can occur.

• Other ophthalmic medicines may need to be spaced apart by at least 5 to 10 minutes.
• Concurrent use with other aminoglycosides may raise the risk of gentamicin-related toxicity if significant absorption occurs.
• Eye drops containing preservatives may increase irritation when used together unless directed by a doctor.
• Report all prescription, over-the-counter, and herbal products to your clinician before starting treatment.

Store Genticyn Eye Drop 5 mL (0.3%+0.02%) at room temperature, keep the bottle tightly closed, and protect it from contamination by avoiding contact between the dropper tip and any surface.