Can gentamicin eye drops help with herpes in the eye?

Herpes simplex keratitis is a highly contagious viral infection affecting the cornea and conjunctiva of the eye. Gentamicin is an antibiotic that can help prevent bacterial infection in the eye. It is not effective against the herpes virus. An ophthalmologist typically prescribes antiviral medications along with intensive supportive eye care to treat herpes in the eye.