Names and pronunciation
(jen-ta-mye′sin)
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Drug reference
(jen-ta-mye′sin)
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Func. class.: Topical antiinfective
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Chem. class.: Aminoglycoside
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Do not confuse: gentamicin/clindamycin
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ACTION: Antibacterial activity results from inhibition of protein synthesis; bactericidal
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USES: Superficial infections
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CONTRAINDICATIONS: Hyper- sensitivity to this product or other aminoglycosides Precautions: Infections, local sensitivity
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SIDE EFFECTS INTEG: Rash, irritation, erythema, pruritus
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DOSAGE AND ROUTES • Adult/child >1 yr: apply to affected ar- eas tid-qid
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Available forms: Topical cream, oint- ment 0.1%
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Administer: • For external use only; do not use skin products near the eyes, nose, or mouth • Wash hands before and after use; wash affected area and gently pat dry • Cream/ointment: Apply to the cleansed affected area, massage gently into af- fected areas
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Assess: • Allergic reaction: hypersensitivity; product may need to be discontinued • Infection: skin infection
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Evaluate: • Therapeutic response: decreased skin infection
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CLINICAL CONSIDERATIONS
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Patient and caregiver information: • To use for external use only; do not use skin products near the eyes, nose, or mouth • To wash hands before and after use; wash affected area and gently pat dry • Cream/ointment: to apply to the cleansed affected area and massage gen- tly into affected areas
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PHARMACOKINETICS Unknown
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• Adult/child >1 yr: apply to affected ar- eas tid-qid
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