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About Wigat D Eye Drop

DEXAMETHASONE+GATIFLOXACIN belongs to a group of medications called ‘Antibiotics and Corticosteroids’ used in the treatment of bacterial eye infections or eye discomfort, especially in patients who have undergone eye surgeries. It also decreases the risk of eye infections such as conjunctivitis (inflammation of the conjunctiva) and other inflammatory conditions of the eye (cornea, iris, and connective tissue) in postoperative patients.

DEXAMETHASONE+GATIFLOXACIN is a combination of two medicines: Gatifloxacin and Dexamethasone. Gatifloxacin is an antibiotic that acts by interfering with the formation of essential proteins required for bacterial growth. Dexamethasone is a steroid that reduces inflammation and symptoms associated with infection such as redness and irritation. It works by inhibiting the chemicals such as prostaglandins that cause inflammation.

DEXAMETHASONE+GATIFLOXACIN is available for external use only in the form of eye drops. You should take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor. The common side-effects of DEXAMETHASONE+GATIFLOXACIN are red eyes, eye pain, dry eyes, watery eyes, and a change in taste. Eye drops may also cause temporary blurred vision. In addition, it may cause inflammation of the cornea (clear outer layer of the eye), which is a serious side-effect and may cause vision problems. If any of these side effects persist, consult your doctor immediately.

Do not take DEXAMETHASONE+GATIFLOXACIN if you are allergic to Gatifloxacin, Dexamethasone, other fluoroquinolone antibiotics, or any contents of it. Before taking DEXAMETHASONE+GATIFLOXACIN, inform your doctor if you are diagnosed with any fungal infections, viral infections such as herpes simplex or varicella, or parasitic infections such as amoebiasis. Do not use DEXAMETHASONE+GATIFLOXACIN if you have tuberculosis, damaged cornea, ulceration, open lesions with incomplete formation of the covering tissue, and increased pressure inside the eye.

Uses of Wigat D Eye Drop

Bacterial eye infections

Medicinal Benefits of Wigat D Eye Drop

DEXAMETHASONE+GATIFLOXACIN is a combination of two medicines: Gatifloxacin and Dexamethasone. Gatifloxacin is a fluoroquinolone and broad-spectrum antibiotic. It can act against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. It acts by interfering with the formation of essential proteins required for bacterial growth. Dexamethasone is a corticosteroid that has anti-inflammatory properties and acts by inhibiting the chemicals such as prostaglandins that cause inflammation. It also reduces symptoms associated with infection such as redness and irritation of the eye and also decreases the risk of infections.

Directions for Use

DEXAMETHASONE+GATIFLOXACIN is available in the form of eye drops. Eye drops: Wash your hands thoroughly with water before and after use. Take the prescribed amount of dose with the dropper and squeeze out a drop without touching the eye. Wipe any excess liquid with a tissue. Do not wipe or rinse the dropper tip after use. Place the dropper back on the bottle and tighten the cap. Note: Do not touch the tip of the dropper as it may contaminate the contents. Do not place the tip directly into the eye while instilling the drop. If the dropper touches the eye, immediately squeeze two to three drops onto the tissue and wipe the dropper’s tip with saltwater. Discard any unused medicine after the completion of the course of therapy or within 4 weeks after opening the bottle.

Side Effects of Wigat D Eye Drop

• Red eyes
• Eye pain
• Blurred vision
• Dry eye
• Excessive watery eyes
• Change in taste
• Inflammation of the cornea of the eye (severe)

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Before taking DEXAMETHASONE+GATIFLOXACIN, inform your doctor if you have vision problems, severe pain in the eye, glaucoma (raised pressure in the eye), eye injury, or have undergone eye surgery or using any other eye drops or eye ointment. Inform your doctor immediately if you notice swelling or weight gain around the trunk or in the face, as it may be a sign of Cushing’s syndrome (high levels of cortisol in the body). Do not use eye drops for longer than recommended by your doctor as it may suppress adrenal gland function and may increase the risk of cataracts (clouding of the eye) and also increases the risk of a second infection.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

DEXAMETHASONE+GATIFLOXACIN may interact with other quinolone antibiotics (ciprofloxacin, enoxacin, levofloxacin, and moxifloxacin, etc.), an antiviral drug (ritonavir), and a medication used to treat HIV (cobicistat).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

DEXAMETHASONE+GATIFLOXACIN should not be used in patients with fungal infections, viral infections such as herpes simplex or varicella, or parasitic infections such as amoebiasis, tuberculosis, damaged cornea, ulceration, and glaucoma (increased pressure inside the eye).

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

Do not take alcohol while using DEXAMETHASONE+GATIFLOXACIN as it may affect your ability to fight infections.

PREGNANCY

DEXAMETHASONE+GATIFLOXACIN is a category C drug. When clinically needed, DEXAMETHASONE+GATIFLOXACIN is given to pregnant women after doing a risk/benefit assessment.

BREAST FEEDING

DEXAMETHASONE+GATIFLOXACIN should be used with caution in breastfeeding mothers.

DRIVING

DEXAMETHASONE+GATIFLOXACIN may cause vision problems. So, avoid driving until your vision clears.

LIVER

DEXAMETHASONE+GATIFLOXACIN can be used for treating eye infections in patients with liver diseases.

KIDNEY

DEXAMETHASONE+GATIFLOXACIN can be used for treating eye infections in patients with kidney diseases.