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Therapeutic Class:

Antibiotic

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Rx

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Ophthalmic drops, solution|Solution for injection|Topical cream|Topical ointment

GENTAMICIN (jen ta MYE sin) is an aminoglycoside antibiotic. It is used to treat certain kinds of bacterial infections. It will not work for colds, flu, or other viral infections.