Can I give my dog gentamicin eye drops?

Gentamicin Sulfate Ophthalmic Solution is a prescription medicine for veterinary use in dogs, cats, and horses. Gentamicin Sulfate Ophthalmic Solution is available as 0.3% sterile eye drops. Do not touch the dropper opening to any surface, including eyes and hands.

Is gentamicin sulfate safe for dogs?

Gentamicin (brand names: Genoptic®, Gentak®) is a topical aminoglycoside antibiotic used to treat certain bacterial infections. Its use in cats and dogs to treat bacterial infections in the eye and glaucoma is sometimes ‘off label’ or ‘extra label’.

What is gentamicin sulfate eye drops used for?

Gentamicin belongs to the family of medicines called antibiotics. Gentamicin ophthalmic preparations are used to treat infections of the eye. Gentamicin is available only with your doctor’s prescription.

What antibiotic eye drops are safe for dogs?

Antibiotic eye drops such as ciprofloxacin (Ciloxan) may be prescribed for conditions such as canine conjunctivitis or keratitis. Steroid eye drops can be used to treat eye infections and severe allergies. These eye drops require a prescription from your vet.

Is gentamicin used to treat pink eye?

This medication is used to treat bacterial infections (such as blepharitis, conjunctivitis) of the eye and the skin around the eyes (such as eyelids).

Is gentamicin safe in pregnant dogs?

Nitrofurantoin, streptomycin, gentamicin, amikacin, tetracyclines (doxycycline, oxytetracycline), sulphonamides, trimethoprim, and metronidazole are contraindicated during pregnancy, because they have been shown to cause congenital malformations or embryotoxicity.

How do I use gentamicin sulfate on my dog?

Gentamicin Sulfate Ophthalmic Solution is indicated for topical treatment of conjunctivitis caused by susceptible bacteria in dogs and cats. DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION: Gentamicin Sulfate Ophthalmic Solution-1 or 2 drops instilled into the conjunctival sac 2 to 4 times a day.

Is gentamicin sulfate used for pink eye?

Can I use human antibiotic eye drops on my dog?

Also, medication for humans, including eye drops, are generally not the same for dogs. You should never treat your dog with human medication without consulting a pet care specialist first. Using the wrong eye drops could cause significant pain, damage, and blindness.

What can I put in my dogs eye for infection?

If a bacterial infection is found to be causing your dog’s eye infection, antibiotics and eye drops will typically be prescribed. When allergies are the suspected cause of eye infections in dogs, the vet is likely to prescribe an antihistamine to help soothe your pup’s eyes.