Tget 0.3% (Ophthalmic Solution)
5 ml drop: ৳ 100.00
Medicine Details
Category | Details |
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Generic | Gatifloxacin |
Company | Opsonin pharma ltd |
Indications
- Treatment of bacterial conjunctivitis caused by susceptible strains of specific organisms
Pharmacology
- Antibacterial action from inhibition of DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV
- Different mechanism of action from other antibiotics
Dosage & Administration
- Recommended dosage regimen for 0.3% and 0.5% eye drops
Interaction
- Potential systemic drug interactions with theophylline, caffeine, warfarin, and cyclosporine
Contraindications
- History of hypersensitivity to Gatifloxacin or other quinolones
- Not for subconjunctival injection or introduction into the anterior chamber of the eye
Side Effects
- Frequently reported adverse events such as conjunctival irritation and increased lacrimation
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Pregnancy Category C
- Caution during lactation due to unknown excretion in human milk
Precautions & Warnings
- Advice against wearing contact lenses with signs of bacterial conjunctivitis
- Avoid 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 in case of overdose
Therapeutic Class
- Belongs to ophthalmic antibacterial drugs
Storage Conditions
- Store in a cool, dry place away from light and out of reach of children