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Gen Coll 30 gm, Pack of 1 GEL
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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Gen Coll is an topical antibiotic medication used in the treatment of bacterial skin infections. This medicine contains gentamicin that helps by inhibiting the protein synthesis of the bacterial cell and thereby helps fight infection-causing bacteria. This medicine is not effective for treating viral infections.
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Composition :

GENTAMICIN-0.1%W/W

Manufacturer/Marketer :

D D Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

TOPICAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Gen Coll

Gen Coll is a dermatological antibiotic medication that treats primary and secondary bacterial skin infections. Bacterial skin infection occurs when bacteria penetrate through hair follicles or the skin breaks and infect the skin. Symptoms include redness, pain, and tenderness of the skin, minor bumps or boils, rashes, blisters, cracked/dry skin, swelling, stinging or burning sensation, pus formation, and itching.

Gen Coll is composed of Gentamicin, an aminoglycoside antibiotic. It prevents the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. It has broad-spectrum activity against aerobic Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. 

Your doctor will advise the appropriate dose that suits your infection. Gen Coll is for topical (skin) use only. Common side effects of Gen Coll include skin irritation, itching, and redness at the application site. These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. If these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.

Let your doctor know if you are allergic to Gen Coll or any other medications. Do not use Gen Coll on large skin areas, open wounds, blisters and lesions. Please do not cover the affected areas with a dressing or bandage unless advised by a doctor. If Gen Coll gets into your eyes, nose or mouth, rinse with cold water. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult the doctor before starting this medication. Gen Coll should be used in infants over one year of age only when prescribed by a doctor.

Uses of Gen Coll

Treatment of Bacterial skin infections

Directions for Use

• Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safe and effective use.• Apply Gen Coll as a thin layer on the clean and dry affected area.• Wash your hands before and after using Gen Coll to prevent the spread of infection.

Medicinal Benefits

Gen Coll treats various bacterial skin infections, such as eczema (inflamed, itchy, cracked and rough skin patches), psoriasis (skin cells multiply rapidly to form bumpy (uneven) red patches covered with white scales), dermatitis (itchy inflammation of the skin), infected skin cysts, and insect bites. Gen Coll consists of Gentamicin (antibiotic). It prevents the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Gen Coll is also used for treating wet, oozing primary infections and greasy, secondary infections, such as pustular acne or infected seborrheic dermatitis (scaly patches and red skin mainly on the scalp).

How Gen Coll Works

Gen Coll is composed of Gentamicin, an aminoglycoside antibiotic. It prevents the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. It has broad-spectrum activity against aerobic Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.• Keep out of sight and reach of children.• Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

What if I have taken an overdose of Gen Coll

An overdose of Gen Coll is not expected to be dangerous. However, use this medicine as prescribed by your doctor. If you experience any undesirable effects, contact your doctor.

Drug Warnings

Before using Gen Coll, let your doctor know if you have a history of liver and kidney diseases, viral or fungal infections or allergic reactions to antibiotics. Avoid applying Gen Coll on sunburns, lesions, blisters and open wounds. Do not wash the treated areas for a minimum of 3 hours after you apply Gen Coll. Let your doctor know if you plan to become pregnant, are already pregnant or breastfeeding. Gen Coll is recommended for children above one year of age with a doctor's advice.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Use mild soap while taking baths and prefer warm baths.
  • Always wear loose-fitting clothes to avoid further sweat and spreading skin infection.
  • Do not walk barefoot at places like gym showers to prevent bacterial infections.
  • Do not scratch the affected skin area as it can spread the infection to other body parts.
  • Avoid sharing towels, combs, bedsheets, shoes or socks with others.
  • Wash your bed sheets and towels regularly.
  • Avoid or limit the intake of alcohol and caffeine.
  • Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly, and get plenty of sleep.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS - TOPICAL

Gen Coll Substitute

Substitutes safety advice

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Alcohol

Safe if prescribed

No interactions were found. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

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Pregnancy

Caution

It is advised to consult your doctor if you plan to conceive or are already pregnant before starting Gen Coll.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

There are limited studies on how Gen Coll affects breastfed infants. Please consult your doctor before using Gen Coll if you are breastfeeding. If you need to apply Gen Coll on your breasts, don't do this shortly before giving a feed.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Gen Coll has no or negligible influence on the ability to drive or use machines.

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Liver

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases or hepatic impairment before starting Gen Coll.

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Kidney

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases before starting Gen Coll.

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Children

Caution

Gen Coll is recommended for children above one year of age only with a doctor's advice.

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FAQs

Gen Coll is a dermatological antibiotic medication that treats primary and secondary bacterial skin infections.

Gen Coll prevents the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Thus it helps treat bacterial infections of the skin.

Gen Coll is for external use only. Avoid contact with eyes. If Gen Coll gets into your eyes, nose, or mouth, rinse with water. Do not put a bandage or a dressing on the affected area while using Gen Coll unless advised by the doctor. Do not apply Gen Coll on sunburns, large areas, open wounds, lesions, and blisters.

Do not use Gen Coll on your own for acne treatment. If you have severe pustular acne with yellowish fluid called pus, you may be prescribed Gen Coll by a doctor. Do not self-medicate for your skin disease/condition; please consult a dermatologist for expert advice.

You must maintain a three-hour gap after applying Gen Coll if you use more than one topical medicine.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Plot No. 51, Udayapatty Industrial Estate, Salem-636140, Tamil Nadu, India
Other Info - GEN0431

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Author Details

Santoshini Reddy GDoctor badge

Written By

Santoshini Reddy G

M Pharmacy

Veda MaddalaDoctor badge

Reviewed By

Veda Maddala

M Pharmacy

Last Updated

Jul 18, 2025 | 7:01 AM IST

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Reference

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  3. https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-75145/gentamicin-topical/details

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