{"id":5818,"date":"2026-05-13T11:44:26","date_gmt":"2026-05-13T11:44:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bauchiroyalpharmacy.ng\/?post_type=product&#038;p=5818"},"modified":"2026-05-13T12:58:20","modified_gmt":"2026-05-13T12:58:20","slug":"gentamicim-ointment","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/bauchiroyalpharmacy.ng\/?product=gentamicim-ointment","title":{"rendered":"Gentamicim Ointment"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"otQkpb\" role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"3\" data-animation-nesting=\"\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-sae=\"\" data-copy-service-computed-style=\"font-family: &quot;Google Sans&quot;, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 600; margin: 24px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);\">Key Uses<!--TgQPHd|[]--><\/div>\n<div class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAAIEBAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style=\"font-family: &quot;Google Sans&quot;, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 12px 0px 16px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);\">According to the clinical documentation on <span data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style=\"font-family: &quot;Google Sans&quot;, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);\"><a class=\"H23r4e\" href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/drugs\/gentamicin-topical\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-hveid=\"CAAIEBAB\" data-processed=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style=\"font-family: &quot;Google Sans&quot;, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 500; margin: 0px; text-decoration: underline 1px rgb(21, 88, 214); border-bottom: 0px rgb(21, 88, 214);\">WebMD<\/a><!--TgQPHd|[[&quot;https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/drugs\/gentamicin-topical&quot;,null,null,[null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,[{&quot;1218&quot;:[16]}]],16,null,&quot;Gentamicin Topical: Uses, Side Effects, Interactions ... - WebMD&quot;,&quot;Gentamicin Topical - Uses, Side Effects, and More. ... Overview: Gentamicin topical is used to treat skin infections. It works by killing certain types of bacteria. The most common side effects of topical gentamicin are skin irritation and itching. Let your health care provider know if your skin infection does not get better or if it gets worse while using this medicine. Gentamicin is available as a cream and an ointment that is applied to the skin. ... What is topical gentamicin used for? * Topical gentamicin is an antibiotic that is commonly used to treat certain bacterial skin infections, such as impetigo or folliculitis. It is also used to treat infections related to certain skin conditions such as eczema or psoriasis, or to treat infected burns, sores, or wounds. * Topical gentamicin may not be the right medicine for some of the infections listed above, depending on which germs are causing the infection. Bacteria in some locations may have become resistant to gentamicin, which will make it not work as well. * Topical gentamicin may also be used for other conditions as determined by your health care provider. * Topical gentamicin kills certain types of bacteria by preventing them from making proteins. * Brands and other names. * Dosage forms and strengths: * Gentamicin is also available in other forms. See Gentamicin and Gentamicin Ophthalmic for more information. * Topical gentamicin should be stored at room temperature, between 68 F and 77 F (20 C and 25 C). It can be exposed to temperatures between 59 F and 86 F (15 C and 30 C), for shorter periods of time, such as when transporting it. Store in a cool, dry place. ... How does topical gentamicin work (mechanism of action)? ... Side Effects * The most common side effects of topical gentamicin are skin itching or irritation. Tell your health care provider if you have any of these side effects that bother you. * While less common, the most serious side effects of topical gentamicin are described below, along with what to do if they happen. ... Allergies to Ingredients. * Allergies to Ingredients. People who are allergic to any of the following should not use topical gentamicin. * Your pharmacist can tell you all of the ingredients in the specific topical gentamicin products they stock. * Do not use topical gentamicin unless it has been prescribed to you by a health care provider. Use it as prescribed. * Do not share topical gentamicin with other people, even if they have the same condition as you. It may harm them. * Keep topical gentamicin out of the reach of children. * Topical gentamicin is only for use on the skin. It should not be applied to the eyes. * If you are using topical gentamicin to treat impetigo, remove the crusts before applying. This helps the antibiotic reach the infection. * Tell your health care provider about all of your health conditions and any prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) medicines, vitamins\/minerals, herbal products, and other supplements you are using. This will help them know if topical gentamicin is right for you. * In particular, make sure that you discuss any of the following. * Pregnancy. It is not known if or how topical gentamicin could affect pregnancy or harm a fetus. Tell your health care provider if you are or plan to become pregnant. Your health care provider will let you know if you should use topical gentamicin while you are pregnant or trying to get pregnant. * Breastfeeding. It is not known if topical gentamicin passes into breast milk. Tell your health care provider if you are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. ... What should I know about topical gentamicin before using it? ... You Might Also Like * How Doctors Plan Your Atopic Dermatitis Treatment. * How an Oral Treatment Prevents HAE Swelling. * Oral Therapy for Chronic Hives. * When It&#39;s Time to Rethink Psoriasis Treatment. * Treating Moderate to Severe Plaque Psoriasis. * A New Way to Prevent HAE Attacks.&quot;,null,&quot;WebMD&quot;,&quot;https:\/\/encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com\/faviconV2?url\\u003dhttps:\/\/www.webmd.com\\u0026client\\u003dAIM\\u0026size\\u003d64\\u0026type\\u003dFAVICON\\u0026enable_upscaled\\u003dtrue\\u0026fallback_opts\\u003dTYPE,SIZE,URL&quot;,[[1778672381426608,4279913,1745367233],null,null,null,null,[[0,13,127]]]]]--><\/span> and the <span data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style=\"font-family: &quot;Google Sans&quot;, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);\"><a class=\"H23r4e\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/drugs-supplements\/gentamicin-topical-route\/description\/drg-20064038\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-hveid=\"CAAIEBAC\" data-processed=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style=\"font-family: &quot;Google Sans&quot;, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 500; margin: 0px; text-decoration: underline 1px rgb(21, 88, 214); border-bottom: 0px rgb(21, 88, 214);\">Mayo Clinic<\/a><!--TgQPHd|[[&quot;https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/drugs-supplements\/gentamicin-topical-route\/description\/drg-20064038&quot;,null,null,[null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,[{&quot;1218&quot;:[16]}]],16,null,&quot;Gentamicin (topical route) - Side effects \\u0026 dosage - Mayo Clinic&quot;,&quot;Description. Gentamicin belongs to the family of medicines called antibiotics. Gentamicin topical preparations are used to treat infections of the skin. Gentamicin is available only with your doctor&#39;s prescription. This product is available in the following dosage forms: Ointment. Cream. ... Proper Use. Before applying this medicine, wash the affected area with soap and water, and dry thoroughly. Apply a small amount to the affected area and rub in gently. After this medicine is applied, the treated area may be covered with a gauze dressing if desired. To help clear up your infection completely, keep using this medicine for the full time of treatment, even though your symptoms may have disappeared. Do not miss any doses. * Dosing. The dose of this medicine will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor&#39;s orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of this medicine. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so. The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine. For topical dosage forms (cream or ointment): For bacterial infections: Adults and children 1 year of age and over\u2014Apply to affected area(s) of the skin three or four times a day. * Missed Dose. If you miss a dose of this medicine, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. * Storage. Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing. Keep out of the reach of children. Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.&quot;,&quot;https:\/\/encrypted-tbn3.gstatic.com\/images?q\\u003dtbn:ANd9GcQ4c2yH9AQv6Wa7sa7UXo8lBU-UgpDggdP5pmaYlZcATpcDccLgjznnLfszMG2w36g2iSQAVbKUVVH-tk98_g&quot;,&quot;Mayo Clinic&quot;,&quot;https:\/\/encrypted-tbn3.gstatic.com\/faviconV2?url\\u003dhttps:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\\u0026client\\u003dAIM\\u0026size\\u003d64\\u0026type\\u003dFAVICON\\u0026enable_upscaled\\u003dtrue\\u0026fallback_opts\\u003dTYPE,SIZE,URL&quot;,[[1778672381426608,4279913,1745367233],null,null,null,null,[[0,12,127]]]]]--><\/span>, gentamicin cream is indicated for:\u00a0<!--TgQPHd|[]--><\/div>\n<ul class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style=\"font-family: &quot;Google Sans&quot;, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 12px 0px 16px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);\">\n<li class=\"Z1qcYe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAAIExAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\" data-copy-service-computed-style=\"font-family: &quot;Google Sans&quot;, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);\"><span class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style=\"font-family: &quot;Google Sans&quot;, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);\"><strong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style=\"font-family: &quot;Google Sans&quot;, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);\">Primary Skin Infections:<!--TgQPHd|[]--><\/strong> Treating superficial bacterial infections like impetigo contagiosa and folliculitis.<!--TgQPHd|[]--><\/span><!--TgQPHd|[]--><\/li>\n<li class=\"Z1qcYe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAAIExAB\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\" data-copy-service-computed-style=\"font-family: &quot;Google Sans&quot;, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);\"><span class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style=\"font-family: &quot;Google Sans&quot;, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);\"><strong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style=\"font-family: &quot;Google Sans&quot;, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);\">Secondary Infections:<!--TgQPHd|[]--><\/strong> Treating underlying skin conditions (like eczema, psoriasis, or seborrheic dermatitis) that have become infected with bacteria.<!--TgQPHd|[]--><\/span><!--TgQPHd|[]--><\/li>\n<li class=\"Z1qcYe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAAIExAC\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\" data-copy-service-computed-style=\"font-family: &quot;Google Sans&quot;, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);\"><span class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style=\"font-family: &quot;Google Sans&quot;, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);\"><strong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style=\"font-family: &quot;Google Sans&quot;, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);\">Infected Wounds:<!--TgQPHd|[]--><\/strong> Managing minor bacterial infections in cuts, scrapes, insect bites, or minor burns.<!--TgQPHd|[]--><\/span>\u00a0<!--TgQPHd|[]--><\/li>\n<p><!--TgQPHd|[]--><\/ul>\n<div class=\"Fsg96\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style=\"font-family: &quot;Google Sans&quot;, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);\"><!--TgQPHd|[]--><\/div>\n<div class=\"otQkpb\" role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"3\" data-animation-nesting=\"\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-sae=\"\" aria-owns=\"action-menu-parent-container\" data-copy-service-computed-style=\"font-family: &quot;Google Sans&quot;, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 600; margin: 24px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<div class=\"otQkpb\" role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"3\" data-animation-nesting=\"\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-sae=\"\" data-copy-service-computed-style=\"font-family: &quot;Google Sans&quot;, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 600; margin: 24px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; 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border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);\"><strong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style=\"font-family: &quot;Google Sans&quot;, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);\">Common Reactions:<!--TgQPHd|[]--><\/strong> Mild skin irritation, redness, burning, or itching at the site of application.<!--TgQPHd|[]--><\/span><!--TgQPHd|[]--><\/li>\n<li class=\"Z1qcYe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAAIGhAB\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\" data-copy-service-computed-style=\"font-family: &quot;Google Sans&quot;, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);\"><span class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" aria-owns=\"action-menu-parent-container\" data-copy-service-computed-style=\"font-family: &quot;Google Sans&quot;, Arial, sans-serif; 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