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About Gatinase 0.3% Eye Drop

GATIFLOXACIN belongs to the class of antibiotics known as fluoroquinolones, primarily used to treat bacterial conjunctivitis. Bacterial conjunctivitis is the infection of the outer white membrane of the eyeball, the conjunctiva. This infection is highly contagious in nature. Signs and symptoms include pink/red toned eyes, gritty feeling in eyes, itchiness in eyes, teary eyes, and thick discharge around the eyes. 

GATIFLOXACIN contains Gatifloxacin, which kills bacteria (bactericidal action) by preventing the synthesis of enzymes, namely DNA gyrase and Topoisomerase IV, which is essential for the growth and survival of the bacterial cell. GATIFLOXACIN has a broad spectrum of antibacterial activity against aerobic gram-positive and aerobic gram-negative bacteria.

Uses of Gatinase 0.3% Eye Drop

Bacterial conjunctivitis

Medicinal Benefits of Gatinase 0.3% Eye Drop

GATIFLOXACIN belongs to the group of medicines called fluoroquinolone antibiotics used to treat bacterial conjunctivitis. It kills bacteria (bactericidal action) by preventing the synthesis of enzymes, namely DNA gyrase and Topoisomerase IV, which is essential for the growth and survival of the bacterial cell. GATIFLOXACIN has a broad spectrum of antibacterial activity against aerobic gram-positive and aerobic gram-negative bacteria. GATIFLOXACIN has a very low level of bacterial resistance compared to other antibiotics.

Directions for Use

GATIFLOXACIN is for ophthalmic use only. Wash your hands before and after use. Shake the bottle well before each use. Instil the eye drops by pulling down the lower eyelid to form a pocket between eyelid and eye. Do not touch the tip of the dropper as it may contaminate the solution. Depending on your condition, your doctor will decide how long you need to use GATIFLOXACIN.

Side Effects of Gatinase 0.3% Eye Drop

• Eye irritation
• Eye redness
• Blurred vision
• Watery eyes

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Do not take GATIFLOXACIN if you are allergic or have had a severe reaction to the quinolone or fluoroquinolone antibiotics. You should not wear contact lenses while you have symptoms of bacterial conjunctivitis or while you are using GATIFLOXACIN. Please inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before starting GATIFLOXACIN. GATIFLOXACIN is not recommended for children below 1 year of age as the safety and effectiveness have not been established. Also, inform your doctor about all other medications you have been taking before starting GATIFLOXACIN. GATIFLOXACIN may cause temporary blurred vision, so it is advised not to drive or operate machinery until your vision is clear.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

No interaction found

Drug-Disease Interaction:

GATIFLOXACIN should not be given to patients with fungal infections.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

Interaction of alcohol with GATIFLOXACIN is not known. Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while on treatment with GATIFLOXACIN.

PREGNANCY

It is not known whether GATIFLOXACIN will affect pregnant women. Therefore, consult a doctor before using GATIFLOXACIN if you are pregnant.

BREAST FEEDING

It is unknown if GATIFLOXACIN passes into breastmilk. Consult your doctor before taking GATIFLOXACIN if you are breastfeeding.

DRIVING

GATIFLOXACIN usually causes temporarily blurred vision. Therefore, avoid driving or operating machinery until your vision is clear.

LIVER

Please consult your doctor if you have any liver problems.

KIDNEY

Please consult your doctor if you have any kidney problems.