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Medications›Gentamicin

Gentamicin

Gentamicin is an anti-bacterial which is a kind of antibiotic and antimicrobial.
Dr. Jeffrey Pollard
Dr. Jeffrey Pollardreviewed this
ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 21 years experience
Drug Class

Aminoglycoside antibiotic

BrandsGaramycin, Garacoll, DEPUY GENTAMICIN BONE CEMENT, Gentamycin, Palacos, Refobacin, SMARTSET GHV GENTAMICIN BONE CEMENT

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What is gentamicin used for?
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Please I need an alternative drug that perfectly substitute Gentamicin injection?
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