Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin



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  • Contains / Salt: Hydrocortisone Gentamicin


Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin Information



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

Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin Related Warnings

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


    Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

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


    Breastfeeding women can safely use Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin.

    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?


    There are no any side effects of Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin on the liver.

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


    Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin is completely safe for 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

Moderate



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 -



Frequently asked Questions about Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin

  • Is this Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin habit forming or addictive?


    Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin is not addictive in nature.

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


    Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin as it does not make you drowsy.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin only as per medical advice.

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


    No, Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin


    Taking Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin with food is safe.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin


    Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Hydrocortisone + Gentamicin with alcohol.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 362-366

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 288

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cortef® (hydrocortisone)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Solu-Cortef® (hydrocortisone sodium succinate)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Pandel (hydrocortisone probutate)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cortenema® (hydrocortisone)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Gentamicin

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 747-748

Package leaflet Information for the user [Internet]: Gentamicin 0.3% w/v and Hydrocortisone acetate 1% w/v Ear Drops. AMDIPHARM

Leaflet information [Internet]: Gentamicin and hydrocortisone ear drops for inflammatory ear infections. medicinesforchildren.org.uk



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