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Gatica is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet, Drops. Conjunctivitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Gatica also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Gatica depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Gatica also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Dizziness. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Gatica can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Gatica are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Gatica's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Gatica has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Gatica related warnings section.
Gatica can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Gatica in conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Brain and Nervous System, Tendon Injury (Tendinopathy). Other contraindications of Gatica have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Gatica have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Gatica is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Gatica is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Gatica safe for pregnant women?
Gatica may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Gatica, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Gatica safe during breastfeeding?
Gatica should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Gatica on the Kidneys?
Using Gatica does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Gatica on the Liver?
Gatica is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Gatica on the Heart?
Using Gatica does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Gatica should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gatica unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gatica habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Gatica.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Gatica will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Gatica may have some adverse effects on the body.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Gatica is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gatica
When consumed with certain foods, Gatica may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gatica
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Gatica and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; ZymaxidY™ (gatifloxacin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 714
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1399