Uses of Dexamethasone+Gatifloxacin

The combination of Dexamethasone+Gatifloxacin is used to treat and prevent eye inflammation and infection. It also helps in reducing eye pain, redness, itching and/or burning or stinging sensation following eye surgery (such as cataract or corneal refractive surgery).

Therapeutic Category

Dexamethasone: Corticosteroids

Gatifloxacin: Antibiotics

How Dexamethasone+Gatifloxacin works

Dexamethasone is a steroid medication. It blocks the release of certain chemicals in the body (such as prostaglandins) that causes inflammation, redness and swelling. When applied topically on the eyes, it reduces eye redness, soreness, pain, itching and swelling.

Gatifloxacin is an antibiotic. When applied topically on the eyes, it kills the susceptible bacteria that causes eye infection. Together, they reduce inflammation and infection of the eyes.

Common side effects of Dexamethasone+Gatifloxacin

• eye pain, itching, irritation or discomfort
• burning sensation in the eyes
• excess watering of eyes
• increased pressure within the eyes (after 2 weeks of use)

When to consult your doctor

Consult your doctor if you experience:

• severe allergic reactions and severe skin reactions with blistering and peeling of skin
• severe eye pain, redness, irritation and vision changes

Health Tips for Dexamethasone+Gatifloxacin

• Use Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin exactly as instructed by your physician. Misuse or overuse of this medicine may lead to unwanted side effects
• If you wear soft contact lenses, remove the lens before applying Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin drops or eye ointment and wait for at least 15 minutes before reinsertion
• Along with the treatment, avoid straining your eyes by looking at mobile phones, laptops or television. Wear protective eyeglasses while going outdoors
• Before using Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin, inform your doctor if you have severe viral or fungal eye infections
• You must also inform your doctor if you have glaucoma or any holes or ulcerations in the eyes as a precaution
• Do not use Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin without consulting your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding