Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Gentamicin as follows: Observe compliance with any periodical evaluation of real function ordered. As Gentamicin is eliminated unchanged in the urine, renal function could be periodically monitored, to prevent any risk for toxicity. Any symptoms of renal injury and altered kidney function, such as, altered levels of consciousness and reduced urine formation, should be closely watched for and reported to the physician. Individuals with compromised [...]

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Gentamicin as follows: Evenly space out the doses of the antibiotic and take the dose at the scheduled time every day. Keeping to the schedule helps with maintaining a constant level of the antibiotic in the body, which is needed for infection control. Also, this helps to avoid forgetting the medication. Gentamicin should be avoided or used with extreme caution in individuals with respiratory complaints, [...]

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Gentamicin as follows: Patients with history of diminished hearing and ototoxicity are at increased risk for hearing loss with Gentamicin. Individuals taking Gentamicin must observe a close watch regarding the same and report any changes with hearing to the physician immediately. Observe compliance with any periodical evaluation of auditory functions ordered. Patients with history of poor balance are at increased risk for exacerbation of balance [...]

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Gentamicin as follows Discuss with your doctor regarding any previous allergic responses you experienced with antibiotics belonging to the Aminoglycoside group, such as, Amikacin, Neomycin, and Streptomycin. Patients with history of antibiotic associated diarrhea must be cautious about using Gentamicin. Discuss with your doctor regarding your history of the same. Report to your doctor regarding any persistent diarrhea, abdominal pain and cramping, and blood or [...]

Patient was educated on contraindications for using Gentamicin as follows: Gentamicin should be avoided or used with extreme caution in individuals with history of peripheral neuropathy. The antibiotic is known to exacerbate the symptoms of peripheral neuropathy, such as, altered sensations, pain and numbness, tingling, and burning sensations in the extremities. Gentamicin is not metabolized in the body and is excreted unchanged in the urine. Individuals with compromised renal function tend to retain the drug [...]