Gatisid Eye Drops 5Ml
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About Gatisid Eye Drop
Gatisid Eye Drop 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. Signs and symptoms include pink/red-toned eyes, gritty feeling in eyes, itchiness in eyes, teary eyes, and thick discharge around the eyes.
Gatisid Eye Drop 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. Gatisid Eye Drop has a broad spectrum of antibacterial activity against aerobic gram-positive and aerobic gram-negative bacteria.
Use Gatisid Eye Drop as prescribed by your doctor. Gatisid Eye Drop is only for use in eyes. You are advised to use Gatisid Eye Drop for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects, such as eye irritation, eye redness, blurred vision, and watery eyes. Most of these side effects of Gatisid Eye Drop do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.
Before starting Gatisid Eye Drop, please inform your doctor if you have any allergies to any antibiotic or have kidney/liver problems. You should not wear contact lenses while you have symptoms of bacterial conjunctivitis or while you are applying Gatisid Eye Drop. Consult your doctor before taking Gatisid Eye Drop if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Gatisid Eye Drop is not recommended for children below 1 year. However, please consult a doctor before giving Gatisid Eye Drop to children. Gatisid Eye Drop may cause temporary vision problems (blurred vision), so be cautious while driving and operating machinery.
Uses of Gatisid Eye Drop
Gatisid Eye Drop used in the treatment of Bacterial conjunctivitis. The detailed uses of Gatisid Eye Drop are as follows:
- Treating Bacterial Conjunctivitis: Gatisid Eye Drop effectively treats conjunctivitis (pink eye) caused by bacterial infections.
- Eliminating Bacterial Infection: Gatisid Eye Drop works by killing the bacteria that cause the infection, reducing symptoms like redness, discharge, and irritation.
- Promoting Healing: By clearing the bacterial infection, Gatisid Eye Drop helps promote healing and restore eye health.
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Directions for Use
- Follow your doctor's recommendations on the dosage and timing of this medication to achieve optimal results.
- Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Gently pull your lower eyelid with your index finger to form a pocket. Instil the number of drops as advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.
- Gatisid Eye Drop is for ophthalmic use only.
- Do not touch the tip of the dropper, as it may contaminate the solution.
Key Benefits
Gatisid Eye Drop 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. Gatisid Eye Drop has a broad spectrum of antibacterial activity against aerobic gram-positive and aerobic gram-negative bacteria. Gatisid Eye Drop has a very low level of bacterial resistance compared to other antibiotics.
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Drug Warnings
Do not take Gatisid Eye Drop 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 Gatisid Eye Drop. Please inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before starting Gatisid Eye Drop. Gatisid Eye Drop 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 Gatisid Eye Drop. Gatisid Eye Drop may cause temporary blurred vision, so it is advised not to drive or operate machinery until your vision is clear.
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Taking Gatisid Eye Drops 5Ml with Halofantrine can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythms. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Gatisid Eye Drops 5Ml with Halofantrine together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Co-administration of Pioglitazone with Gatisid Eye Drops 5Ml may sometimes affect blood glucose levels. Both high blood glucose and, less frequently, low blood glucose have been reported.
How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Pioglitazone can be taken with Gatisid Eye Drops 5Ml if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience symptoms such as nervousness, confusion, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, tremors, nausea, hunger, weakness, excessive sweating, rapid heartbeat, increased urination, increased thirst, and increased hunger. Maintaining blood glucose levels is advised. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
Taking Gatisid Eye Drops 5Ml with Procainamide can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythms. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Gatisid Eye Drops 5Ml with Procainamide together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Taking Gatisid Eye Drops 5Ml and Disopyramide can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythms.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Gatisid Eye Drops 5Ml and Disopyramide together is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
coadministration of Gatisid Eye Drops 5Ml with Tolazamide may sometimes affect blood glucose levels. Both low blood glucose and, less frequently, high blood glucose have been reported.
How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Gatisid Eye Drops 5Ml with Tolazamide is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. Consult the prescriber if you experience symptoms such as nervousness, confusion, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, tremor, nausea, hunger, weakness, perspiration, palpitation, rapid heartbeat, increased urination, increased thirst, and increased hunger. Maintaining blood glucose levels is advised.
Coadministration of Gatisid Eye Drops 5Ml and Tolbutamide may sometimes affect blood glucose levels. Both high blood glucose and, less frequently, low blood glucose have been reported.
How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Gatisid Eye Drops 5Ml and Tolbutamide, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience symptoms such as nervousness, confusion, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, tremors, nausea, hunger, weakness, perspiration, palpitation, rapid heartbeat, increased urination, increased thirst, and increased hunger. Maintaining blood glucose levels is advised.
Co-administration of Canagliflozin with Gatisid Eye Drops 5Ml may affect blood glucose levels. Both low blood glucose and, less frequently, high blood glucose have been reported.
How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Canagliflozin can be taken with Gatisid Eye Drops 5Ml if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience symptoms such as nervousness, confusion, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, tremors, nausea, hunger, weakness, perspiration, palpitation, rapid heartbeat, increased urination, increased thirst, and increased hunger. Maintaining blood glucose levels is advised. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
Taking Sotalol with Gatisid Eye Drops 5Ml can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythms. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Sotalol with Gatisid Eye Drops 5Ml together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Coadministration of Semaglutide with Gatisid Eye Drops 5Ml may sometimes affect blood glucose levels. Both low blood glucose and, less frequently, high blood glucose have been reported.
How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Semaglutide can be taken with Gatisid Eye Drops 5Ml if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the doctor if you experience symptoms such as nervousness, confusion, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, tremor, nausea, hunger, weakness, perspiration, palpitation, rapid heartbeat, increased urination, increased thirst, and increased hunger. Maintaining blood glucose levels is advised. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
Co-administration of Gatisid Eye Drops 5Ml with Insulin detemir may sometimes affect blood glucose levels. Both low blood glucose and, less frequently, high blood glucose have been reported.
How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Insulin detemir can be taken with Gatisid Eye Drops 5Ml if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience symptoms such as nervousness, confusion, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, tremors, nausea, hunger, weakness, perspiration, palpitation, rapid heartbeat, increased urination, increased thirst, and increased hunger. Maintaining blood glucose levels is advised. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
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Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Eat probiotics and a diet rich in vitamins as it may help to improve eye health and ward off infection.
- Rinse your eyes regularly with clean water.
- Eat fiber-rich food like whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas, and bananas.
- Avoid foods rich in calcium, such as grapefruit and grapefruit juice, as they might hinder the absorption of antibiotics.
- Avoid the usage of tobacco and alcohol.
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Alcohol
Safe if prescribed
The interaction of alcohol with Gatisid Eye Drop is not known. Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while on treatment with Gatisid Eye Drop.
Pregnancy
Consult your doctor
It is not known whether Gatisid Eye Drop will affect pregnant women. Therefore, consult a doctor before using Gatisid Eye Drop if you are pregnant.
Breast Feeding
Consult your doctor
It is unknown if Gatisid Eye Drop passes into breastmilk. Consult your doctor before taking Gatisid Eye Drop if you are breastfeeding.
Driving
Safe if prescribed
Gatisid Eye Drop usually causes temporarily blurred vision. Therefore, avoid driving or operating machinery until your vision is clear.
Liver
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Please consult your doctor if you have any liver problems.
Kidney
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Please consult your doctor if you have any kidney problems.
Children
Safe if prescribed
Gatisid Eye Drop is not recommended for children below 1 year of age. However, please consult a doctor before giving Gatisid Eye Drop to children.
Heart
Gatisid Eye Drop can be safely used in cardiac patients if prescribed by a physician. Please consult your physician if you have any concerns.
Geriatrics
Consult your doctor
Gatisid Eye Drop is safe for use in elderly patients if prescribed by the physician.
FAQs
Gatisid Eye Drop is used to treat bacterial conjunctivitis.
Gatisid Eye Drop is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic that works by inhibiting the synthesis of DNA gyrase and Topoisomerase IV, which are required for the growth and survival of the bacterial cell. This prevents the bacteria from repairing and multiplying, which helps in treating infections.
Gatisid Eye Drop should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. If you take more than the recommended dose, it might cause unpleasant side effects. If you think your symptoms are not improving, please consult your doctor.
Do not take Gatisid Eye Drop on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections.
Do not touch the tip of the dropper as it may contaminate the solution. Try not to share personal items until your eye infection is cured.
Do not wear contact lenses while using Gatisid Eye Drop, as this could cause crystals to develop. Wait for at least 15 minutes after using Gatisid Eye Drop before wearing the contact lens.
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