Gencil DM Eye Drop

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Calibre Pharmaceutical
Active Ingredient	Gentamicin (0.3% w/v) + Dexamethasone (0.1% w/v)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	OPHTHAL OTOLOGICALS
User Rating	4.8
User Reviews	492

FAQ

What if you forget to take Gencil DM?

If you miss a dose of Gencil DM, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

Gencil DM Eye Drop Reviews

Gencil DM is a medicine used to treat bacterial eye infections. It kills and prevents the growth of infection-causing bacteria in the eyes. This way it relieves the symptoms and speeds up the healing process.

Gencil DM is to be used only in the affected eye or ear. Read the label carefully for instruction before you use the medicine. Use it in the exact dose and duration as advised by the doctor or as instructed in the label. Wash your hands before using this medicine. Complete your dose even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may bring back the infection.

Use of this medicine may cause burning, irritation, itching, and redness at the site of application. These are usually temporary and resolve with time. However, if they persist or get worse, inform your doctor. In case of accidental contact with your ears, nose, or mouth, immediately rinse it with water.

Inform your doctor if you have a known allergy to any of the ingredients in this medicine or if you are taking any other medication. It is advised not to drive or operate heavy machinery immediately after using this medicine as it may cause temporary blurring of vision and may affect your ability to drive.

How Gencil DM Eye Drop Works

Gencil DM is a combination of two medicines: Gentamicin and Dexamethasone. Gentamicin is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth in the eye by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Dexamethasone is a steroid which blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the eye red, swollen and itchy.

How to Use Gencil DM Eye Drop

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra liquid.

Benefits of Gencil DM Eye Drop

In Treatment of Bacterial eye infections: Gencil DM is used to treat bacterial infection of the eyes such as conjunctivitis or pink eye. It stops the growth of bacteria causing infection and helps relieve pain, swelling, redness, itching or irritation in the eyes. Use it 2-3 times a day for atleast a week or as prescribed by the doctor. Your symptoms might improve after using Gencil DM. However, make sure to complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.

Uses of Gencil DM Eye Drop

Treatment of Bacterial eye infections

Gencil DM Eye Drop Side Effects

Safety Tips

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Information regarding the use of Gencil DM during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Information regarding the use of Gencil DM during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving ^UNSAFE

Gencil DM may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.