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How is gentamicin given to pets? What are the administration routes?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Is the gentamicin given I'm?

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Answered By Sara Farmer, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on December 26th, 2019

Gentamicin can be given by the intramuscular, subcutaneous or intravenous routes. It also comes in topical preparations for eyes, skin and ears. You should only give this drug under guidance from a veterinarian- it can cause serious side effects including kidney failure.

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