Gatsina 0.3% (Ophthalmic Solution)
5 ml drop: ৳ 100.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Gatifloxacin |
| Company | Ibn sina pharmaceuticals ltd |
Indications
- Bacterial conjunctivitis treatment
- Indicated for Aerobic Gram-Positive Bacteria
- Indicated for Aerobic Gram-Negative Bacteria
Pharmacology
- Inhibition of DNA gyrase
- Inhibition of topoisomerase IV
- Different mechanism of action from aminoglycosides, macrolides, and tetracyclines
- No crossresistance with other antibiotics
Dosage & Administration
- Dosage regimen for bacterial conjunctivitis
- Recommended dosage for 0.3% eye drops
- Recommended dosage for 0.5% eye drops
Interaction
- No specific drug interaction studies conducted
- Potential elevation of theophylline plasma concentrations
- Potential interference with caffeine metabolism
- Potential enhancement of oral anticoagulant effects
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to Gatifloxacin
- Not to be injected subconjunctivally
- Not to be introduced directly into the anterior chamber of the eye
Side Effects
- Reported adverse events: conjunctival irritation, increased lacrimation
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Pregnancy Category C
- Use during pregnancy justified if potential benefit outweighs potential risk
- Unknown excretion in human milk
- Caution in nursing women
Precautions & Warnings
- Advice against wearing contact lenses with bacterial conjunctivitis
- Avoiding applicator tip contamination
Use in Special Populations
- No observed differences in safety or effectiveness between elderly and younger patients
Overdose Effects
- Unlikely to threaten life
Therapeutic Class
- Ophthalmic antibacterial drugs
Storage Conditions
- Store in cool, dry place away from light
- Keep out of reach of children