Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin Benefits & Uses

Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 4 drop Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Gentamicin (0.3%w/v) + Hydrocortisone (0.02%w/v)
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Gentamicin (0.3%w/v) + Hydrocortisone (0.02%w/v)
Adult	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 4 drop Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Gentamicin (0.3%w/v) + Hydrocortisone (0.02%w/v)
Geriatric	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 4 drop Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Gentamicin (0.3%w/v) + Hydrocortisone (0.02%w/v)

Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin is used -

Common

Eye irritation
Skin Rash
Application Site Irritation

Unknown

Blurred vision
Hearing Loss

Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin Related Warnings

Is the use of Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin safe for pregnant women?

Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin safe during breastfeeding?

Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin on the Kidneys?

Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin on the Liver?

Using Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin on the Heart?

Using Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin with Other Drugs

Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Tacrolimus

Bacitracin

Capreomycin

Furosemide

Moderate

Rifampicin

Aspirin(ASA)

Furosemide

Carbamazepine

Ketoconazole

Isosorbide Mononitrate

Aspirin(ASA),Paracetamol,Caffeine

Aspirin(ASA)

Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Myasthenia Gravis

Frequently asked Questions about Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin

Is this Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin

Taking Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin.

Unknown

See all substitutes for Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin

Genticyn Eye Drop - ₹9
Cortigen Eye/Ear Drops - ₹55
Genticyn HC Eye Drop - ₹21
Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin Eye Drop - ₹20

This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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