G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml
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About G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml
G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml 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.
G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml 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. G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml has a broad spectrum of antibacterial activity against aerobic gram-positive and aerobic gram-negative bacteria.
Use G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml as prescribed by your doctor. G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml is only for use in eyes. You are advised to use G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml 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 G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.
Before starting G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml, 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 G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml. Consult your doctor before taking G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml is not recommended for children below 1 year. However, please consult a doctor before giving G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml to children. G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml may cause temporary vision problems (blurred vision), so be cautious while driving and operating machinery.
Uses of G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml
G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml used in the treatment of Bacterial conjunctivitis. The detailed uses of G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml are as follows:
- Treating Bacterial Conjunctivitis: G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml effectively treats conjunctivitis (pink eye) caused by bacterial infections.
- Eliminating Bacterial Infection: G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml works by killing the bacteria that cause the infection, reducing symptoms like redness, discharge, and irritation.
- Promoting Healing: By clearing the bacterial infection, G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml 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.
- G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml is for ophthalmic use only.
- Do not touch the tip of the dropper, as it may contaminate the solution.
Medicinal Benefits
G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml 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. G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml has a broad spectrum of antibacterial activity against aerobic gram-positive and aerobic gram-negative bacteria. G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml has a very low level of bacterial resistance compared to other antibiotics.
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Drug Warnings
Do not take G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml 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 G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml. Please inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before starting G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml. G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml 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 G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml. G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml may cause temporary blurred vision, so it is advised not to drive or operate machinery until your vision is clear.
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Co-administration of Acarbose with G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml may cause high or low blood sugar in diabetic patients.
How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Acarbose and G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience symptoms such as sweating, shaking, nervousness, palpitations, or excessive hunger, please contact a doctor. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
Co-administration of Pioglitazone with G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml 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 G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml 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.
Co-administration of Dapagliflozin with G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml 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, G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml can be taken with Dapagliflozin if prescribed by the doctor. 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. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
Coadministration of Empagliflozin with G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml may sometimes affect blood glucose levels. Both high blood glucose and, less frequently, low blood glucose have been reported.
How to manage the interaction:
It is not recommended to take Empagliflozin with Gatifloxacinas it can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if advised 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 medication without consulting a doctor.
Co-administration of Canagliflozin with G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml 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 G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml 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 G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml with Ziprasidone can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml with Ziprasidone together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Taking G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml 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 G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml 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.
Coadministration of Troglitazone with G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml 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, Troglitazone can be taken with G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml if prescribed by the doctor. 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 Saxagliptin with G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml 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, Saxagliptin can be taken with G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the doctor if you experience nervousness, confusion, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, tremors, nausea, hunger, weakness, perspiration, palpitation, rapid heartbeat, urination, thirst, and hunger. Monitoring blood glucose levels is advised. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
Taking Sotalol with G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml 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 G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml 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.
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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
Caution
The interaction of alcohol with G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml is not known. Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while on treatment with G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml.
Pregnancy
Caution
It is not known whether G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml will affect pregnant women. Therefore, consult a doctor before using G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml if you are pregnant.
Breast Feeding
Caution
It is unknown if G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml passes into breastmilk. Consult your doctor before taking G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml if you are breastfeeding.
Driving
Caution
G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml usually causes temporarily blurred vision. Therefore, avoid driving or operating machinery until your vision is clear.
Liver
Caution
Please consult your doctor if you have any liver problems.
Kidney
Caution
Please consult your doctor if you have any kidney problems.
Children
Caution
G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml is not recommended for children below 1 year of age. However, please consult a doctor before giving G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml to children.
Heart
Safe if prescribed
G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml can be safely used in cardiac patients if prescribed by a physician. Please consult your physician if you have any concerns.
Geriatrics
Safe if prescribed
G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml is safe for use in elderly patients if prescribed by the physician.
FAQs
G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml is used to treat bacterial conjunctivitis.
G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml 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.
G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml 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 G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml 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 G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml, as this could cause crystals to develop. Wait for at least 15 minutes after using G Flox Eye Drops 5 ml before wearing the contact lens.
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