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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml is used to treat bacterial conjunctivitis. It contains Gatifloxacin, which kills bacteria by preventing the synthesis of enzymes essential for the growth and survival of the bacterial cell. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects, such as eye irritation, eye redness, blurred vision, and watery eyes. Before using this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions. You should not wear contact lenses if you have symptoms of bacterial conjunctivitis and while applying this medicine.

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Akums Drugs & Pharmaceuticals Ltd

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OPHTHALMIC

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About Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml

Go-3 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. 

Go-3 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. Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml has a broad spectrum of antibacterial activity against aerobic gram-positive and aerobic gram-negative bacteria.

Use Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml as prescribed by your doctor. Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml is only for use in eyes. You are advised to use Go-3 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 Go-3 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 Go-3 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 Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml. Consult your doctor before taking Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml is not recommended for children below 1 year. However, please consult a doctor before giving Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml to children. Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml may cause temporary vision problems (blurred vision), so be cautious while driving and operating machinery.

Uses of Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml

Treatment of Bacterial conjunctivitis.

Directions for Use

Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml is for ophthalmic use only. Wash your hands before and after use. Shake the bottle well before each use. 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. Do not touch the tip of the dropper, as it may contaminate the solution.

Medicinal Benefits

Go-3 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. Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml has a broad spectrum of antibacterial activity against aerobic gram-positive and aerobic gram-negative bacteria. Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml has a very low level of bacterial resistance compared to other antibiotics.

How Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml Works

Go-3 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. Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml has a broad spectrum of antibacterial activity against aerobic gram-positive and aerobic gram-negative bacteria.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

What if I have taken an overdose of Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml

Do not use Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml in more doses or more often than prescribed. If you have any unusual signs or symptoms, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Go-3 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 Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml. Please inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before starting Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml. Go-3 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 Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml. Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml may cause temporary blurred vision, so it is advised not to drive or operate machinery until your vision is clear.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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GatifloxacinLixisenatide
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Drug-Drug Interactions

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GatifloxacinLixisenatide
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How does the drug interact with Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml:
Coadministration of Lixisenatide with Go-3 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, Lixisenatide can be taken with Go-3 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.
How does the drug interact with Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml:
Co-administration of Pioglitazone with Go-3 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 Go-3 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.
How does the drug interact with Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml:
Coadministration of Semaglutide with Go-3 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, Semaglutide can be taken with Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml 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.
GatifloxacinTirzepatide
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How does the drug interact with Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml:
Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml may reduce the effectiveness tirzepatide and therby increase the blood glucose levels.

How to manage the interaction:
Close blood glucose monitoring is recommended when on treatment with Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml along with tirzepatide.
How does the drug interact with Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml:
Taking Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml with Dronedarone 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 Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml with Dronedarone together is not recommedned 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.
GatifloxacinLiraglutide
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How does the drug interact with Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml:
Coadministration of Liraglutide with Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml may sometimes affect blood glucose levels.

How to manage the interaction:
Liraglutide with Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml can cause an interaction but can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml:
Co-administration of Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml 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 Go-3 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 any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml:
Taking Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml and Disopyramide can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythms.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml 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.
How does the drug interact with Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml:
Taking Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml with Cisapride 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 Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml with Cisapride 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.
How does the drug interact with Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml:
Coadministration of Saxagliptin with Go-3 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 Go-3 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.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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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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Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS
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Alcohol

Caution

The interaction of alcohol with Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml is not known. Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while on treatment with Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml.

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Pregnancy

Caution

It is not known whether Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml will affect pregnant women. Therefore, consult a doctor before using Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml if you are pregnant.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is unknown if Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml passes into breastmilk. Consult your doctor before taking Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Caution

Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml usually causes temporarily blurred vision. Therefore, avoid driving or operating machinery until your vision is clear.

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Liver

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have any liver problems.

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Kidney

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have any kidney problems.

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Children

Caution

Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml is not recommended for children below 1 year of age. However, please consult a doctor before giving Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml to children.

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FAQs

Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml is used to treat bacterial conjunctivitis.

Go-3 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.

Go-3 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 Go-3 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 Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml, as this could cause crystals to develop. Wait for at least 15 minutes after using Go-3 Eye Drops 5 ml before wearing the contact lens.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

204, 2Nd Floor, G-Corp Tech Park, Kasarvadavali, Near Hypercity, Ghodbandar Road, Thane (West) - 400615. ,Maharashtra, India
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