Gentamicin

Gentamicin

Gentamicin (pronounced: jen-tuh-MY-sin) is an aminoglycoside antibiotic used to treat several types of bacterial infections. This includes meningitis, pneumonia, and infections of the skin, abdomen, and urinary tract among others. It is not effective against anaerobic bacteria or fungi.

Etymology

The term "Gentamicin" is derived from the bacterial species Micromonospora, from which it was first isolated in the 1960s. The prefix "Genta-" is in honor of the Nobel laureate Albert Claude, who was born in the Belgian city of Gent.

Usage

Gentamicin is typically administered by injection into a vein or muscle. It can also be applied topically to the skin or eyes in the form of a cream or eye drops. The dosage and duration of treatment depend on the type and severity of the infection.

Side Effects

Common side effects of Gentamicin include nausea, vomiting, and rash. Serious side effects may include hearing loss, kidney problems, and allergic reactions.

Related Terms

• Aminoglycoside
• Antibiotic
• Bacterial Infections
• Meningitis
• Pneumonia
• Anaerobic Bacteria
• Fungi
• Micromonospora
• Albert Claude
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Rash
• Hearing Loss
• Kidney Problems
• Allergic Reactions

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Gentamicin
• Wikipedia's article - Gentamicin

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