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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 & StrengthsÂ
Eye/Ear dropsÂ
0.3% w/v (gentamicin)Â
1% w/v (hydrocortisone)Â
Put 2 to 4 drops into the infected ear for 3 to 4 times daily
Dosage Forms & StrengthsÂ
Eye/Ear dropsÂ
0.3% w/v (gentamicin)Â
1% w/v (hydrocortisone)Â
For 13 to 18 years old:
Put 2 to 4 drops into the infected ear for 3 to 4 times daily
Actions and spectrum:Â
It is a combination drug in this, gentamicin inhibits the growth of bacteria and prevents the synthesis of proteins.Â
Hydrocortisone is a steroid which stops the production of prostaglandins which is responsible for inflammation.Â
Frequency not definedÂ
Loss of hearingÂ
StingingÂ
ItchingÂ
IrritationÂ
Burning sensationÂ
Black Box Warning Â
For external use onlyÂ
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Contraindication/Caution:Â
Contraindication:Â
Suspected or known rupture of ear drumÂ
Cautions:Â Â
PregnancyÂ
BreastfeedingÂ
Skin sensitizationÂ
Pregnancy Warnings:Â
Pregnancy category: N/AÂ
Lactation: Excretion of the drug into the human breast milk is unknownÂ
Pregnancy categories:Â
Category A: Satisfactory and well-controlled studies show no evidence of risk to the fetus in the first trimester or in the later trimester.Â
Category B: No evidence of risk to fetus found in animal reproduction studies and there are not enough studies on pregnant women.Â
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.Â
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.Â
Category X: Drugs listed in this category clearly outweigh risks over benefits. These category drugs should be prohibited for pregnant women.Â
Category N: There is no data available for the drug under this category.Â
Pharmacology:Â
This combination drug is indicated to treat infections of the eyes, ears, and skin. Gentamicin works as antibiotic and hydrocortisone as steroid.Â
Pharmacodynamics:Â
Limited information is available. Â
Pharmacokinetics:Â
Not known Â
Administration:Â
It is used externally into the eyes and ears in the form of drops. Â
Patient information leafletÂ
Generic Name: gentamicin/hydrocortisoneÂ
Why do we use gentamicin/hydrocortisone?Â
Gentamicin/hydrocortisone is a combination drug used in the treatment of otitis externa.Â
This drug is indicated to treat bacterial infections of the eyes.Â
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