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Gentak Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Gentamicin sulfate 0.3%; oph oint; contains parabens.
Pharmacological Class
Aminoglycoside.
How Supplied
Oint—3.5g
Manufacturer
Gentak Indications
Indications
Susceptible bacterial infections including conjunctivitis, keratitis, keratoconjunctivitis, corneal ulcers, blepharitis, blepharonconjunctivitis, acute meibomianitis, and dacryocystitis.
Gentak Dosage and Administration
Adults and Children
Apply a small amount (½ inch) of ointment to the affected eye(s) 2–3 times daily.
Gentak Contraindications
Not Applicable
Gentak Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Gentak Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Discontinue if purulent discharge, inflammation or pain develops. May retard corneal healing. Neonates. Pregnancy (Cat.C).
Gentak Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Gentak Interactions
Not Applicable
Gentak Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Ocular burning, irritation, non-specific conjunctivitis, conjunctival epithelial defects or hyperemia; superinfection; rare: allergic reactions, thrombocytopenic purpura, hallucinations.
Gentak Clinical Trials
See Literature
Gentak Note
Not Applicable
Gentak Patient Counseling
See Literature
