Implants with antibiotic drug loaded bioactive coatings have been increasingly applied in orthopedic operations. Here we report the drug release behavior of gentamycin loaded chitosan/calcium phosphate coatings on titanium. Chitosan/calcium phosphate coatings with different component ratios and surface topographies were prepared by electrochemical deposition method. Our results showed that the drug release from these coatings was controlled by their component ratio and surface topography, and the former ratio played a more significant role. The present coatings could provide an effective way to create both good bioactivity and antibacterial activity. (C) 2011 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.