Garamycin Topical

Gentamicin is an antibiotic that fights bacteria.

Garamycin Topical (for use on the skin) is used to treat skin infections caused by bacteria.

Garamycin Topical may also be used for reasons not mentioned in this medication guide.

Follow all instructions on your medicine label and package. Inform each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you take.

You should not use Garamycin Topical if you are allergic to gentamicin.

Gentamicin is not approved for use by anyone younger than 1 year old.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Call your doctor right away if you notice signs of a new skin infection—swelling, warmth, redness, or oozing.

Common side effects of Garamycin Topical may include:

• itching; or
• skin redness.

This is not a complete list of side effects, and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.

Before you apply Garamycin Topical, wash and thoroughly dry the infected skin.

Gently wash away any crusts from the infected skin. This will help the medicine better penetrate the infection more easily

Apply a small amount of gentamicin topical to the affected area.

Cover the skin with a gauze dressing if desired.

Keep your hands and skin clean to avoid further infection.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

Apply the medicine as soon as possible, but if it's nearly time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not apply two doses at the same time.

An overdose of Garamycin Topical is not expected to be dangerous. Seek emergency medical help or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222 if someone has accidentally swallowed the medication.

Follow your doctor's instructions regarding any restrictions on food, drinks, or activities.

Medicine applied to the skin is not likely to be influenced by other medications you take. However, many drugs can interact with one another. Inform all your health care providers about all the medicines you use, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.