GENTAMICIN SULFATE vs KANTREX

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 23, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. GENTAMICIN SULFATE and KANTREX are different prescription medicines. Combining or switching between them can cause interactions — talk to a pharmacist or prescriber before making changes. This page is not medical advice.

Attribute	GENTAMICIN SULFATE	KANTREX
Rating	70/100	New
Pharmacy pays	$0.95 /g	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	GENTAMICIN SULFATE	KANAMYCIN SULFATE
Manufacturer	Fougera Pharms	Apothecon
Dosage forms	Injectable, Topical, Solution, Drops	Injectable
Drug class	Aminoglycoside Antibacterial	—
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Infectious Bone Diseases, Central Nervous System Infections, Endocarditis	Acinetobacter Infections, Escherichia Coli Infections, Hepatic Encephalopathy

gentamicin sulfate kantrex

Rating

70/100

New

Pharmacy pays

$0.95 /g

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Type

Active ingredient

GENTAMICIN SULFATE

KANAMYCIN SULFATE

Manufacturer

Fougera Pharms

Apothecon

Dosage forms

Injectable, Topical, Solution, Drops

Injectable

Drug class

Aminoglycoside Antibacterial

—

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Infectious Bone Diseases, Central Nervous System Infections, Endocarditis

Acinetobacter Infections, Escherichia Coli Infections, Hepatic Encephalopathy

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Gentamicin Sulfate and Kantrex?

Gentamicin Sulfate contains Gentamicin Sulfate, while Kantrex contains Kanamycin Sulfate — they have different active ingredients.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.