Gatiflox 0.3% (Ophthalmic Solution)

5 ml drop: ৳ 100.00

Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Gatifloxacin
Company	Incepta pharmaceuticals ltd
Also available as	Gatiflox es 05 eye drop

Indications

Treatment of bacterial conjunctivitis caused by susceptible strains of specific organisms
Indicated for aerobic gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria

Pharmacology

Antibacterial action from inhibition of DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV
Different mechanism of action from aminoglycoside, macrolide, and tetracycline antibiotics

Dosage & Administration

Recommended dosage regimen for bacterial conjunctivitis
Different dosage for 0.3% and 0.5% eye drops
Age-specific dosage guidelines

Interaction

No specific drug interaction studies conducted
Potential effects on plasma concentrations of theophylline and serum creatinine
Possible interference with the metabolism of caffeine and oral anticoagulant warfarin

Contraindications

Contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to Gatifloxacin or other quinolones
Not to be injected subconjunctivally or into the anterior chamber of the eye

Side Effects

Frequently reported adverse events: conjunctival irritation, increased lacrimation, etc.

Pregnancy & Lactation

Pregnancy Category C
Use during pregnancy only if potential benefit justifies potential risk to the fetus
Caution during lactation due to unknown excretion in human milk

Precautions & Warnings

Advice against wearing contact lenses with signs and symptoms of bacterial conjunctivitis
Avoid contaminating the applicator tip with material from the eye or other sources

Use in Special Populations

No observed overall differences in safety or effectiveness between elderly and younger patients

Overdose Effects

Overdose unlikely to threaten life

Therapeutic Class

Belongs to the therapeutic class of ophthalmic antibacterial drugs

Storage Conditions

Store in cool, dry place away from light
Keep out of reach of children

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