Garamycin 0.1% Cream 15 g
Memphis Pharma
Memphis Pharma
Composition
Each 1 gram of cream contains
Active ingredient
Gentamicin (as sulfate) 1 mg (0.1%).
Excipients
Chlorocresol, macrogol cetostearyl ether, cetostearyl alcohol, white petrolatum, liquid paraffin, sodium dihydrogen phosphate.
Description
A broad-spectrum antibacterial cream for topical use.
Contains the aminoglycoside antibiotic gentamicin.
Effective against many gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria causing primary and secondary skin infections.
Helps clear infected areas, including cases resistant to other topical antibiotics.
Indications for Use
Primary bacterial skin infections: Impetigo contagiosa, superficial folliculitis, ecthyma, furunculosis, sycosis barbae, pyoderma.
Secondary bacterial infections complicating dermatoses: Infected eczematoid dermatitis, pustular acne, pustular psoriasis, infected seborrheic dermatitis, infected contact dermatitis (including poison ivy), infected excoriations, bacterial superinfections of fungal or viral infections.
Other conditions: Infected wounds, abrasions, lacerations, minor burns, insect bites/stings; infected stasis and other skin ulcers, paronychia; adjunct after incision and drainage of infected skin cysts and abscesses.
Dosage and Administration
Topical use only. Apply a small amount of cream to the affected area 3 to 4 times daily.
The treated area may be covered with a gauze dressing if desired.
For impetigo, crusts should be removed before application to ensure maximum contact between the antibiotic and the infection.
Can be used in adults and children over 1 year of age.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to gentamicin, other aminoglycosides, or any component of the cream.
Precautions
For cutaneous use only. Avoid contact with eyes, mucous membranes, and the ear canal.
Development of resistance. Prolonged use may result in overgrowth of nonsusceptible organisms (bacteria, fungi). If superinfection occurs, discontinue treatment.
Irritation and sensitization. Rarely, local irritation, pruritus, erythema, or photosensitization may occur. Discontinue if significant local reactions or signs of allergy develop.
Special groups. Use with caution in patients with extensive skin lesions, renal impairment (risk of systemic absorption), and in patients with a history of sensitivity to other topical antibiotics (e.g., neomycin), although cross-sensitivity is uncommon.
Side Effects
Local reactions: Uncommon: skin irritation, erythema, pruritus, burning, dryness, peeling at the application site.
Allergic reactions: Rare: contact dermatitis, rash, urticaria, photosensitivity.
Other: When applied to large damaged skin areas (burns, ulcers), systemic absorption with a risk of ototoxicity and nephrotoxicity is possible (extremely rare with topical use).
Pregnancy and Lactation
Pregnancy
Use only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus.
Avoid application over extensive areas.
Lactation
Data on the passage of gentamicin into breast milk after topical application are insufficient.
Use with caution, avoiding application to the breast area.
Storage Conditions
Store at a temperature not exceeding 30°C.
Keep out of reach of children.
Packaging
Carton box containing a tube 15 g of cream, and a package leaflet.