Introduction About GATICON EYE DROPS

GATICON EYE DROPS contains Gatifloxacin which belongs to the group of medicines called Antibiotics. It is used to manage bacterial conjunctivitis caused by strains of aerobic gram-positive bacteria (Ex. Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus epidermidis, Streptococcus mitis group, Streptococcus oralis, Streptococcus pneumoniae) and aerobic gram-negative bacteria (Ex. Haemophilus influenzae).

GATICON EYE DROPS should be used with caution in pregnant and breastfeeding women as insufficient data is available on this.

GATICON EYE DROPS is not recommended for children below 1 year of age. Therefore, contact your doctor before using.

The most common side effects of using GATICON EYE DROPS include worsening of conjunctivitis, eye irritation, dysgeusia and eye pain. Contact your doctor if any of the side effects worsen.

Uses Of GATICON EYE DROPS

• Used to manage bacterial conjunctivitis

How GATICON EYE DROPS Works

GATICON EYE DROPS works by inhibiting DNA gyrase (an enzyme that helps in replication, transcription and repair of bacterial DNA) and topoisomerase IV (an enzyme that helps in portioning of chromosomal DNA during bacterial cell division).

How to use GATICON EYE DROPS

Always use GATICON EYE DROPS as advised by your physician. It is for ophthalmic use only. Check the label for directions for use. Your doctor will prescribe the right dose depends on your age, body weight and disease condition.

Side Effects Of GATICON EYE DROPS

Warning & Precautions

Pregnancy

There is no proper information about the use of GATICON EYE DROPS in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before using.

Breastfeeding

There is no proper information about the use of GATICON EYE DROPS in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before using.

Allergy

Do not use GATICON EYE DROPS if you are allergic to Gatifloxacin or any other components of this medicine.

Interactions

A. Drug-Drug Interactions:

Tell your doctor if you are using or taking any other medicines including prescription, non-prescription and herbal supplements.

Overdosage:

If you accidentally uses too much GATICON EYE DROPS, contact your doctor immediately.

Synopsis

More Information

• Keep GATICON EYE DROPS out of sight and reach of children
• Store GATICON EYE DROPS below 25°C

FAQs About GATICON EYE DROPS

Is GATICON EYE DROPS safe for use during pregnancy?

GATICON EYE DROPS should be used with caution in pregnant and breastfeeding women as insufficient data is available on this. Contact your doctor before using.

What are the side effects of GATICON EYE DROPS?

The most common side effects of using GATICON EYE DROPS include worsening of conjunctivitis, eye irritation, dysgeusia and eye pain. Contact your doctor if any of the symptoms worsen.

What is GATICON EYE DROPS used for?

It is used to manage bacterial conjunctivitis caused by strains of aerobic gram-positive bacteria (Ex. Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus epidermidis, Streptococcus mitis group, Streptococcus oralis, Streptococcus pneumoniae) and aerobic gram-negative bacteria (Ex. Haemophilus influenzae).

What is the mechanism of action of GATICON EYE DROPS?

Gatifloxacin works by inhibiting DNA gyrase (an enzyme that helps in replication, transcription and repair of bacterial DNA) and topoisomerase IV (an enzyme that helps in portioning of chromosomal DNA during bacterial cell division).

References

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