Warnings


What may interact with Gentamicin?

Do not take this medicine with any of the following medications:
-cidofovir

This medicine may also interact with the following medications:
-acyclovir
-birth control pills
-cisplatin
-colistin
-cyclosporine
-diuretics
-foscarnet
-ganciclovir
-medicines used during surgery for sleep or muscle relaxation
-other antibiotics

What should I tell my health care provider before I take Gentamicin?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-balance problems
-hearing problems
-kidney disease
-myasthenia gravis
-Parkinson''s disease
-an unusual or allergic reaction to gentamicin, aminoglycosides, other medicines, sulfites, foods, dyes or preservatives
-pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-breast-feeding

What should I watch for while using Gentamicin?

Your condition will be monitored carefully while you are receiving this medicine.

Tell your doctor or health care professional if you have any hearing problems or problems passing urine.

This medicine may cause a decrease in vitamin B6 and vitamin B12. You should make sure that you get enough vitamin B6 and vitamin B12 while you are taking this medicine. Discuss the foods you eat and the vitamins you take with your health care professional.

Where should I keep my medicine?

Keep out of the reach of children.

If you are using this medicine at home, you will be instructed on how to store this medicine. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date on the label.