GATIFLOXACIN+DIFLUPREDNATE is a combination medicine used to treat bacterial eye infections. Bacterial eye infection occurs when harmful bacteria invade any part of the eye, such as the eyeball, conjunctiva, or cornea.
GATIFLOXACIN+DIFLUPREDNATE contains Gatifloxacin and Difluprednate. Gatifloxacin kills the bacteria by preventing them from dividing and repairing themselves. Difluprednate blocks the chemical messengers that cause swelling and pain. Together, GATIFLOXACIN+DIFLUPREDNATE helps in treating bacterial infection of the eye.
In some cases, GATIFLOXACIN+DIFLUPREDNATE may cause side effects such as irritation, redness, and watery eyes. These side effects may not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to the doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.
Consult the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid touching the tip of the dropper as it may contaminate the contents. Keep your doctor informed regarding your health condition and the medicines you take to prevent any side effects/interactions.
Bacterial eye infections
GATIFLOXACIN+DIFLUPREDNATE is a combination medicine used to treat bacterial eye infections. GATIFLOXACIN+DIFLUPREDNATE contains Gatifloxacin and Difluprednate. Gatifloxacin kills the bacteria by preventing them from dividing and repairing themselves. Difluprednate blocks the chemical messengers that cause swelling and pain. Together, GATIFLOXACIN+DIFLUPREDNATE helps in treating bacterial infection of the eye.
Irritation
Redness
Watery eyes
Do not use GATIFLOXACIN+DIFLUPREDNATE if you are allergic to any of its components. Inform the doctor if you have glaucoma, herpes simplex virus (viral infection), or kidney or liver problems. Consult the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Let the doctor know if you are using any other medicines.
Drug-Drug Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Disease Interactions: No interactions found/established.
It is not known whether alcohol affects GATIFLOXACIN+DIFLUPREDNATE. Please consult your doctor.
Please consult the doctor if you are pregnant; your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Please consult the doctor if you are breastfeeding; your doctor will decide whether GATIFLOXACIN+DIFLUPREDNATE can be used by breastfeeding mothers or not.
It is not known if GATIFLOXACIN+DIFLUPREDNATE affects your vision. Drive or operate machinery only if your vision is clear.
Please consult the doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of GATIFLOXACIN+DIFLUPREDNATE in patients with liver impairment.
Please consult the doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of GATIFLOXACIN+DIFLUPREDNATE in patients with kidney impairment.
GATIFLOXACIN+DIFLUPREDNATE should be administered in children only if prescribed by the doctor.
Bacterial eye infections: Bacterial eye infections occur when harmful bacteria invade any part of the eye, such as the eyeball, conjunctiva, or cornea. Symptoms of an infection include red eye, pain, discharge, watery/dry eyes, swelling, itching, and sensitivity to light. The common bacterial eye infections are conjunctivitis, stye, and keratitis. Conjunctivitis (pink eye) is the infection/inflammation of the conjunctiva (white part of the eye) and the inner eyelid. A stye is a bump on the eyelid or base of eyelashes. Keratitis is inflammation of the cornea. It is a common problem in people who wear contact lenses.