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Gentamicin
Introduction
In the UK, Gentamicin is classified as category C (Caution) by the European Medicines Agency (EMA).
Name
- Gentamicin.
Class of drug
- Aminoglycoside antibacterial.
Description
Chemical name
- Gentamicin.
Molecular formula
- C₂₁H₄₃N₅O₇.
Molecular weight
- 477.60 g/mol.
Physical properties
- Sterile aqueous solution.
- Sterile viscous solution.
Storage requirements
- <25°C.
Uses
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Administration
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Pharmacokinetics
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Precautions
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Withdrawal Periods
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Adverse Reactions
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Further Reading
Publications
Refereed Papers
- Recent references from PubMed and VetMedResource.
Other sources of information
- Bishop Y (2005) Ed The Veterinary Formulary. 6th edn. Pharmaceutical Press. ISBN: 0-85369-579-2.
- European Medicines Agency (online) Categorisation of Antibiotics for Use in Animals for Prudent and Responsible Use. Website: www.ema.europa.eu (pdf download).
Organisation(s)
- National Office of Animal Health (NOAH) Compendium of Data Sheets for Animal Medicines. Website: www.noahcompendium.co.uk.
- Veterinary Medicines Directorate (NOAH) Product Information Database. Website: www.vmd.defra.gov.uk.
- Plumb's Veterinary Drugs Online Veterinary Drug Resource. Website: www.plumbsveterinarydrugs.com.