Who should not use gentamicin sulfate ophthalmic ointment?

Stacy Wiegman, PharmD

Pharmacy

Do not use gentamicin sulfate ophthalmic ointment if you:

have had a past allergic reaciton to any of its ingredients
have a fungal or viral eye infection, as this medication only treats bacterial infections

Be sure that your doctor knows if you:

wear contact lenses
are pregnant or nursing (It is not known whether this medication causes harm to a developing or nursing baby.)

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