Microbiome–Nutrition Interactions in Early Life and Their Association With Childhood Systolic Blood Pressure
February 17, 2026
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Brand Name :
Cinzy HC eye drop, Genoptic HC eye drop, Gentisone HC ear drop
Synonyms :
gentamicin/hydrocortisone
Class :
Anti-infective agents, Anti-inflammatory agents
Brand Name :
Cinzy HC eye drop, Genoptic HC eye drop, Gentisone HC ear drop
Synonyms :
gentamicin/hydrocortisone
Class :
Anti-infective agents, Anti-inflammatory agents
Dosage Forms & Strengths
Eye/Ear drops
0.3% w/v (gentamicin)
1% w/v (hydrocortisone)
Put 2 to 4 drops into the infected ear for 3 to 4 times daily
Dosage Forms & Strengths
Eye/Ear drops
0.3% w/v (gentamicin)
1% w/v (hydrocortisone)
For 13 to 18 years old:
Put 2 to 4 drops into the infected ear for 3 to 4 times daily
Actions and spectrum:
It is a combination drug in this, gentamicin inhibits the growth of bacteria and prevents the synthesis of proteins.
Hydrocortisone is a steroid which stops the production of prostaglandins which is responsible for inflammation.
Frequency not defined
Loss of hearing
Stinging
Itching
Irritation
Burning sensation
Black Box Warning
For external use only
Contraindication/Caution:
Contraindication:
Suspected or known rupture of ear drum
Cautions:
Pregnancy
Breastfeeding
Skin sensitization
Pregnancy Warnings:
Pregnancy category: N/A
Lactation: Excretion of the drug into the human breast milk is unknown
Pregnancy categories:
Category A: Satisfactory and well-controlled studies show no evidence of risk to the fetus in the first trimester or in the later trimester.
Category B: No evidence of risk to fetus found in animal reproduction studies and there are not enough studies on pregnant women.
Category C: Adverse effects on the fetus found with evidence in animal reproduction studies and no adequate evidence for an effect in humans, care must be taken for potential risks in pregnant women.
Category D: There is adequate data available with sufficient evidence of human fetal risk from various platforms, but despite potential risks may be used only in emergency cases for potential benefits.
Category X: Drugs listed in this category clearly outweigh risks over benefits. These category drugs should be prohibited for pregnant women.
Category N: There is no data available for the drug under this category.
Pharmacology:
This combination drug is indicated to treat infections of the eyes, ears, and skin. Gentamicin works as antibiotic and hydrocortisone as steroid.
Pharmacodynamics:
Limited information is available.
Pharmacokinetics:
Not known
Administration:
It is used externally into the eyes and ears in the form of drops.
Patient information leaflet
Generic Name: gentamicin/hydrocortisone
Why do we use gentamicin/hydrocortisone?
Gentamicin/hydrocortisone is a combination drug used in the treatment of otitis externa.
This drug is indicated to treat bacterial infections of the eyes.
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