How does GENTAMICIN SULFATE work?

GENTAMICIN SULFATE works through the following mechanism: Other agent.

What are the most common side effects of GENTAMICIN SULFATE?

Reported side effects vary by individual. The side-effects section on this page lists the events most frequently reported to FDA FAERS for GENTAMICIN SULFATE. FAERS is voluntary reporting, so it reflects what was reported, not absolute incidence.

Is GENTAMICIN SULFATE the same as Gentamicin?

Gentamicin is a brand name for GENTAMICIN SULFATE. They share the same active ingredient and FDA-approved indications. Biosimilars and authorised generics may differ in inactive ingredients such as buffers or preservatives.

GENTAMICIN SULFATE

Q: What is GENTAMICIN SULFATE used for?

GENTAMICIN SULFATE (brand name Gentamicin) is a Aminoglycoside Antibiotic indicated for INDICATIONS AND USAGE: To reduce the development of drug-resistant bacteria and maintain the effectiveness of Gentamicin Injection, USP and other antibacterial drugs, Gentamicin Injection.

Aminoglycoside Antibiotic

Brand names: Gentamicin

Intramuscular, Intravenous

Mechanism of Action

Other agent

Indications

INDICATIONS AND USAGE: To reduce the development of drug-resistant bacteria and maintain the effectiveness of Gentamicin Injection

USP and other antibacterial drugs

Gentamicin Injection

USP should be used only to treat or prevent infections that are proven or strongly suspected to be caused by susceptible bacteria. When culture and susceptibility information are available

they should be considered in selecting or modifying antibacterial therapy. In the absence of such data

local epidemiology and susceptibility patterns may contribute to the empiric selection of therapy. Gentamicin Injection

FDA Warnings

BOXED WARNINGS Patients treated with aminoglycosides should be under close clinical observation because of the potential toxicity associated with their use
The risk of nephrotoxicity is greater in patients with impaired renal function and in those who receive high dosage of prolonged therapy
When feasible, it is recommended that serial audiograms be obtained in patients old enough to be tested, particularly high-risk patients
Excessive peak and/or trough serum concentrations of aminoglycosides may increase the risk of renal and eighth cranial nerve toxicity

Known Side Effects

7 documented side effects by frequency

Drug Not Working

>10%

Fever

1-10%

Diarrhea

1-10%

Condition Worsened

1-10%

Low Blood Pressure

1-10%

Nausea

1-10%

Rash

0.1-1%

Community Discussions

1 Reddit threads analysed for GENTAMICIN SULFATE

Overall Sentiment

Mixed

Comparison Threads

Avg Post Score

2 upvotes

Patient Experiences (r/pharmacy, r/AskDocs & more)

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Primary sources

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DailyMed FDA label search → GENTAMICIN SULFATE openFDA label JSON → GENTAMICIN SULFATE FAERS adverse-event reports → GENTAMICIN SULFATE ClinicalTrials.gov → completed Phase 2+ trials of GENTAMICIN SULFATE

Compare With

7 available comparisons

Formulations

Dosage Forms

Tablet

Route

Intramuscular, Intravenous