Question

what role did the use of gentamicin (antibiotic) play in this case study?

Answer 1

Gentamicin is an antibiotic , which is used for the treatment of bacterial infections . It is used for preventing any sorts of bacterial infections , growing in any part of the body . Infections can vary . It can be urinary tract infection , kidney infection ,pneumonia, bone infections, etc.

If gentamicin is used during pregnancy, it might harm the baby. Though it can be safe during breastfeeding.

Use of the antibiotics such as gentamicin , can cause damage to kidneys and inner ears . The damage can be permanent one . Gentamicin , is included in the World Health Organisation's List of essential medicines. It is considered to be the safest medicine .

The side effects of Gentamicin includes the following :

1. Kidney problem

2. Liver problem

3. Hair loss

4. Itching

5. Depression

6. Nausea

7. Vomitting