RX - Gentamicin Ophthalmic Solution 0.3 percent Ophthalmic Solut

What is Gentamicin Ophthalmic Solution? Gentamicin Ophthalmic Solution is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections of the eyes and eyelids.Who is it for? Gentamicin is for dogs, cats, and horses.What are the benefits? Treats eye infections in dogs, cats, and horses Works on a wide variety of bacteria Liquid solution in easy-dispensing dropper bottle Treats bacterial conjunctivitis (infection of the lining of the eye lids). Also may be prescribed for the management of other primary or secondary infections of the eye caused by susceptible bacteria. Contains the broad -spectrum antibiotic gentamicin to fight bacterial infections of the eye. Solution is buffered to be easy on the eyes.How does Gentamicin Ophthalmic Solution work? Gentamicin is an antibiotic that interrupts protein synthesis in the bacteria. Without proteins, bacteria cannot survive.Is there a generic equivalent available? This medication is a generic.How is it given? Gentamicin Opthalmic Solution is applied topically in the eye. Always follow the dosage instructions provided by your veterinarian. If you have difficulty applying the medication, contact your veterinarian.If discharge is present, the area should be cleansed with a sterile eyewash solution priorto applying the solution. When applying, place one hand under and around your pet's chin and lift upward, so the pet's eyes are looking towards the ceiling. Pull down gently on the lower lid with a finger or thumb, depending upon which eye you are treating. Rest your other hand on top of the pet's head. Be sure the tip of the tube is pointed away from your pet's eye so if your pet jerks, the tube tip will not injure the eye. Squeeze the drops into the corner of the eye, taking care not to touch the dropper to the eyesurface. Continue to hold the head back for a moment while the drops disperse over the whole eye surface. Never touch the tip of the tube or dropper to the pet's eye,